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Claremore gardener grew okra that’s now approaching world record height

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6 months ago

October 17, 2024

www.youtube.com – KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4 – 2024-10-17 17:20:46

SUMMARY: Oklahoma gardeners are harvesting their produce ahead of the first killing freeze while reflecting on their yearly successes and failures. David Robertson, a retired police officer and avid gardener, shares his remarkable experience tending to a backyard garden where his okra plants reached an impressive height of 11 feet. Despite a disappointing tomato crop, he enjoyed significant yields of other vegetables, earning attention from neighbors. His tallest okra plant now surpasses 15 feet and could potentially break the current world record of nearly 16.5 feet set in Louisiana. Robertson awaits more growth, attributing the success to divine blessings.

Claremore gardener grew okra that’s now approaching world record height

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Tracking tornado-warned storms near Altus

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8 hours ago

April 28, 2025

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www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-04-28 20:59:34

SUMMARY: A tornado warning is in effect south of Altus, Oklahoma, tracking towards Tipton, Manitou, and Snyder. The storm, which was showing rotation near Altus, has weakened somewhat but still presents a potential threat. There are also smaller storms south of Elmer with some rotation. Severe thunderstorm warnings remain in place due to 60 mph winds and hail, including golf ball and tennis ball-sized hail near Granite and Mangum. The storm is moving eastward at 10-20 mph and may impact Comanche County. Authorities will continue monitoring as it progresses, with updates expected in the next 45 minutes to an hour.

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TIMELINE: Storm chances return for parts of Oklahoma on Sunday, in coming days

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2 days ago

April 27, 2025

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-04-27 08:59:58

SUMMARY: Severe weather is expected in Oklahoma over the next few days, with small risks on Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. On Sunday, rain chances are low in western Oklahoma, with a slight risk for severe storms, including rotating storms, large hail, and gusty winds. Monday sees a higher risk for severe weather, particularly in the Oklahoma City metro area, with a greater chance for tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds. Tuesday presents a larger two-out-of-five risk, including rotating thunderstorms, hail, and high winds. Storms will continue through the week, though they are less severe after Tuesday.

Meteorologist Joseph Neubauer says we have a storm chance out west late today. Severe weather possible. More severe storms possible Monday and Tuesday.

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Tracking storms moving across Oklahoma (8:55 a.m. April 26, 2025)

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3 days ago

April 26, 2025

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – KOCO 5 News – 2025-04-26 09:02:20

SUMMARY: Heavy rain is falling across Oklahoma, with some areas receiving over four inches, particularly in the southwest. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for Grady County, which has expired, but heavy rain and lightning are moving up through northern Oklahoma. The strongest storm could reach the OKC metro by 10:30 a.m. today, with small hail reported in some areas. Storm chasers are monitoring southern counties. The storm system poses a low tornado risk but could bring winds up to 70 mph and large hail, especially south of Oklahoma City. Storm activity will continue through the afternoon.