Residents return to Velma after crews work into the night to contain flames
After an Evacuation Order, residents of Velma have been given the clear to return to the town after a nearby fire threatened ...
Town of Velma being evacuated due to fire
VELMA, Okla. (KXII) - A fire has forced an evacuation in Stephens County. The Stephens County Sheriff’s Office stated that ...
Gov. Stitt declares State of Emergency for 12 Oklahoma counties
As wildfires ravaged multiple parts of the state, Governor Kevin Stitt declared a State of Emergency for 12 Oklahoma counties ...
Velma evacuated as wildfire burns in Stephens County
VELMA, Okla. (KSWO) - The Stephens County Sheriff’s office was notified of a fire around 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 14, just west of the town of Velma, and an evacuation order was put into place for ...
Hurricane-force winds blast Texas, Oklahoma as fast-spreading wildfires prompt evacuations
A dangerous combination of hurricane-force winds, dry land and cratering humidity levels are bringing sweeping dust storms ...
Live: Wildfire outbreak threatens Oklahoma towns as extreme fire conditions persist
The NWS has issued red flag and high wind warnings for portions of Oklahoma on Friday. Residents should stay aware and take ...
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Alert: Town of Velma ordered to evacuate as wildfire rages
Fire crews and Stephens County Emergency Management have ordered the Town of Velma to evacuate now due to a wildfire. This story is developing. The Banner will update as more information becomes ...
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Update: Crews battle blazes in Stephens County; Town of Velma evacuated
Stephens County firefighters and emergency management crewsordered residents of the Town of Velma to evacuate this ...