Official
Severe weather
Panama
On 23 April 2026, the Panama National Civil Protection System (SINAPROC, per its acronym in Spanish) provided information on heavy rainfall affecting the province of Chiriquí. According to SINAPROC, flooding was reported in the Paso Canoas Abajo sector, affecting 15 homes. Humanitarian assistance was provided to the affected families. The report is available from: SINAPROC
Unofficial
Severe weather
United States of America
On 23 April 2026, media reports provided information on a tornado with emergency characteristics that struck the city of Enid, in northern Oklahoma. According to the reports, the tornado remained on the ground for approximately 40 minutes, causing significant damage near the Vance Air Force Base. Authorities reported at least 10 individuals with minor injuries and confirmed that dozens of homes were destroyed. Additional impacts included the indefinite closure of the U.S. Air Force base; however, no fatalities were confirmed in the official report issued at 20:21 local time. Information available from: Infobae
United States of America
On 23 April 2026, media reports provided information on a powerful tornado affecting the city of Enid and surrounding rural communities in Garfield County. According to the reports, approximately 40 homes were damaged, with several structures destroyed and others sustaining significant roof damage. Authorities indicated that emergency teams conducted door-to-door search operations and rescued individuals trapped in the debris. Additional impacts included flooding of local roads in neighboring counties, damage to agricultural structures, and the closure of several transportation routes, including sections of U.S. Interstate 81. Information available from: Primera Hora