Oklahoma can get tornadoes at any time of year, but most occur in the spring, with the highest activity spanning April through June. May is especially active.
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The deadliest tornado in Oklahoma history occurred on May 8, 1840, in the town of Irving. This tornado resulted in the deaths of an estimated 78 people, making it the deadliest tornado on record in the state.
The largest tornado in Oklahoma history was the El Reno tornado that occurred on May 31, 2013. It had a width of 2.6 miles, making it the widest tornado ever recorded. The deadliest tornado in Oklahoma history was the Woodward tornado on April 9, 1947, which killed 116 people.
The 2003 tornado in Oklahoma resulted in 7 deaths.
The last time a tornado hit Oklahoma City was on May 6, 2015, as part of a severe weather outbreak in the region. The tornado caused damage in various parts of the city but no fatalities were reported.
The 2013 Oklahoma tornado hit multiple cities, including Moore, Newcastle, and Oklahoma City. The tornado caused widespread devastation and was classified as an EF5, the highest rating on the Enhanced Fujita scale, with winds exceeding 200 mph.