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How to report storm damage, debris if you live in Denison

DENISON, Texas (KXII) — City crews were cleaning up debris Monday morning after a severe thunderstorm brought heavy rainfall to Denison late Sunday afternoon. Parts of Denison received up to nearly six inches of rain, causing flooded streets in low-lying areas for a time Sunday evening, as well as downed trees in some neighborhoods.

Denison, TX · 09-21
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Evacuation orders for Indiahoma fire lifted

COMANCHE, Okla. - The large wildfire in Indiahoma has been stopped from progressing, according to Comanche County/Lawton Emergency Management Saturday night. Comanche County Emergency Management said evacuation orders have been lifted for the area of the Railroad South Fire. Residents are now able to return home where access is available.

Indiahoma, OK · 08-29
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Stephens Co. wildfire under investigation after prompting Velma evacuation

A wildfire in Stephens County that prompted an evacuation in Velma Monday afternoon is now under investigation, according to fire officials.

Stephens County, OK · 08-25

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Velma wildfire evacuation: What residents should know

The entire town of Velma, Oklahoma, is being told to get out. A wildfire moved on the small Stephens County community this afternoon, and the sheriff’s office ordered a full evacuation, asking everyone to leave and stay away until officials say it is safe to return. If you or...

Velma, OK · 08-24
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Large grass fire shuts down stretch of Love County highway

LOVE COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - A stretch of highway in the western part of Love County was shut down because of a large grass fire. Fire Department Love County said that first responders shut down Highway 32, just west of Highway 89 as crews worked to battle the fire. The...

Love County, OK · 08-23

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Pontotoc County issues 14-day burn ban as fire danger continues

Pontotoc County has issued a 14-day countywide burn ban due to persistent extreme fire danger and drought conditions across Oklahoma.

Pontotoc County, OK · 08-24

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Town of Velma being evacuated due to wildfire

VELMA, Okla. - The town of Velma is being evacuated due to a wildfire on Monday afternoon, according to the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office. SCSO said residents are asked to stay away from the area until further notice. The National Weather Service has issued a fire warning for the...

Velma, OK · 08-24

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Temperatures Rise! Mesonet predicts more to come

It is hot! Not only is it hot and dry, but the area Mesonet and the National Weather Service indicate there is very little chance for any positive changes in the coming weeks. The Mesonet station at Burneyville reported a high of 108 degrees on Tuesday, August 18, following 14 days of at least 100 degrees.

Love County, OK · 08-24

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Crews battle large fire in Marshall County

MARSHALL COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - Crews in Marshall County were called out to battle a large grass fire on Simpson Road Monday afternoon. The Madill fire chief told KXII 12 News that the blaze scorched about 150 acres, including 400 round bales of hay. No word on what caused it.

Marshall County, OK · 08-24

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Evacuation orders lifted for town of Velma following large fire

Velma, OK · 08-24

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Duncan switches water disinfectant due to wildfire rail delays

Out-of-state wildfires are affecting Duncan’s water treatment process as heat continues to impact conditions across Oklahoma.

Duncan, OK · 08-17

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Five Overboard in Storm, One Incredible Rescue at Texoma

The emergency call left Capt. Michael Tucker two bad options. A small bowrider was in trouble about three miles from his marina on Lake Texoma, but Tucker’s TowBoatUS response boat was out of the water for service. He could drive to another marina and retrieve a different towboat – delaying his arrival by about 45 minutes – or he could tackle the gale-force winds and building waves in a 24-foot rental pontoon.

Texas · 08-18

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Multiple Texoma counties issue burn bans as grass fires spark in southern Oklahoma

CARTWRIGHT, Okla. — Crews battled grass fires in at least two southern Oklahoma counties on Monday, a day that multiple Texoma counties issued burn bans. Outdoor burning is now prohibited in most Texoma counties, including Bryan and Carter counties, which issued burn bans Monday. Cartwright grass fire. A grass...

Bryan County, OK · 08-17

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Extreme heat warning issued for Oklahoma City area

It's dangerously hot, meteorologists warn. An extreme heat warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Norman at 1:21 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19. This warning applies to Grant, Kay, Garfield, Noble, Kingfisher, Logan, Payne, Canadian, Oklahoma, Lincoln, Grady, McClain, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Seminole, Hughes, Stephens, Garvin, Murray, Pontotoc, Coal, Jefferson, Carter, Johnston, Atoka, Love, Marshall and Bryan counties. The NWS warns: "Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors." What are NWS meteorologists saying? At 1:21 a.m., the NWS issued a statement including the following information: " WHAT: Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 110 expected. WHERE: Portions of central, east central, northern, southeast, and southern Oklahoma. WHEN: From 11 a.m. this morning to 8 p.m. CDT this evening. IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events." Are you in a 'danger' zone? See the heat index map The map below identifies areas where the heat index is forecasted to reach NWS-defined levels from "Caution" (80 degrees Fahrenheit) to "Extreme Danger" (above 125 degrees). The heat index measures how hot it actually feels when factoring for humidity. Prolonged

Oklahoma City, OK · 08-19

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Fire reports, drought data drive decision to enact Texoma burn bans

(KXII) - Nearly 200 counties across Texas and Oklahoma are under a burn ban as dry conditions push the risk of wildfire higher. Officials say putting these bans in place is not a quick decision. It is a calculation based on weather, drought conditions and the number of fires local departments are already fighting.

Texas · 08-19

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Several southwest Oklahoma counties under burn bans as drought, extreme heat continue

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) — Several counties across southwest Oklahoma are now under a burn ban while extreme heat and drought continues to effect the area. On Monday, Caddo, Comanche, Grady, Harmon, Kiowa, Stephens and Tillman counties voted to enact two-week burn bans. The counties join Cotton, Jackson, Jefferson and...

Kiowa County, OK · 08-17

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Bryan County grass fire scorches about 200 acres

BRYAN COUNTY, Okla. (KXII) - Many Texoma fire departments were called out to battle a large grass fire in Bryan County Friday afternoon. The fire burned in an area north of Achille between Allison Road and Caney Creek Road, just west of Highway 78, scorching about 200 acres. Many departments...

Bryan County, OK · 08-07

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Heat advisories in place for parts of Texoma; triple digit heat continues | 8/7 PM

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Saturday we will feel the influence of upper level high pressure centered in the western U.S. with temperatures in the triple digits and mainly dry conditions. A stray shower or storm will still be possible but 90+ percent of SW Oklahoma will remain dry. Heat advisories are in place for most of SW Oklahoma from noon until 8pm Saturday for heat index values up to 107 degrees!

Texoma, TX · 08-08

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Thursday Morning Weather 8/6/2026

Texoma, TX · 08-06

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Crews battle grass and structure fire in Durant

DURANT, Okla. (KXII) - Crews spent the afternoon battling a grass and structure fire in Durant Tuesday. The fire happened off Waldron Road, near the Eaker Field Airport. Pictures and video sent to KXII 12 News showed a large amount of smoke in the area, as well as an RV on fire.

Durant, OK · 08-05