Tornado in Western Oklahoma Kills Two and Causes Widespread Damage

On March 5, a tornado struck western Oklahoma, killing a mother and daughter in Major County when their vehicle was hit. The severe weather event included at least four tornadoes affecting Grant, Alfalfa, and Major counties, causing damage to trees, power lines, and structures. The National Weather Service reported hail up to golf ball size and multiple tornado reports from the Texas Panhandle to south-central Kansas. Officials continue to monitor the storm system across the central United States.