OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure
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OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure and remote learning
The OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure after an EF-1 tornado Oklahoma City struck the campus Friday night.
Oklahoma City Community College is closed today, April 6, with all classes moved to remote learning OCCC, according to OCCC official campus updates.
Storm classification and tracking were confirmed through National Weather Service tornado reports, identifying the system as an EF-1 event.
OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure with major building impact
The OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure as crews assess widespread OCCC campus storm damage.
The OCCC Wellness Center damage is among the most severe, with part of the roof torn open and significant water damage inside.
Additional buildings suffered shattered windows, structural damage, and roofing loss, while debris remains scattered across campus grounds.
At least one vehicle was damaged during the storm, according to The Oklahoman.
No injuries were reported because the campus was closed at the time.
OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure impacting nearby neighborhoods
The OCCC tornado damage forces campus closure also reflects broader tornado damage southwest Oklahoma City.
Homes near SW 81st Street and South Villa Avenue reported roof damage, broken windows, and debris impact.
Officials say severe weather Oklahoma City produced strong winds capable of lifting large objects and damaging infrastructure.
Utility crews continue repairs to power outages Oklahoma storm damage, according to Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management updates.
Students and staff are encouraged to monitor official college communications for updates on reopening.