Tulsa Tech campus hit by EF-1 tornado

Damage surveys confirm eight tornadoes from Friday night storm

Mar. 10, 2026 at 1:37am

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The National Weather Service has confirmed that eight tornadoes touched down in the Tulsa area on Friday night, with one of the twisters causing significant damage at the Tulsa Tech campus near Peoria Avenue and 36th Street North. The tornado that hit the Tulsa Tech campus was rated an EF-1, meaning it had winds between 86-110 mph.

Why it matters

Tornadoes can cause extensive property damage and pose a serious threat to public safety, especially in densely populated areas like Tulsa. The confirmation of multiple tornadoes in the region highlights the need for continued storm preparedness and emergency response efforts.

The details

According to the Tulsa World report, the National Weather Service conducted damage surveys and determined that a total of eight tornadoes touched down in the Tulsa area on Friday night. The tornado that caused significant damage at the Tulsa Tech campus was rated an EF-1, meaning it had winds between 86-110 mph.

  • The tornadoes touched down on Friday night, March 7, 2026.

The players

Tulsa Tech

A technical college located in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and issuing severe weather warnings.

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What’s next

The National Weather Service will continue to assess the damage caused by the tornadoes and provide updates to the public.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of being prepared for severe weather events and having effective emergency response plans in place to protect lives and property.