Storm damage in old downtown McAlester, see video and pictures

Severe overnight storms in Oklahoma lead to tornadoes, strong winds, rain, and hail. Key damage seen in McAlester's downtown — see more about the impact.

Saturday, June 7th 2025, 9:04 am

By: Carrie Winchel

MCALESTER, Okla. -

Severe storms moved across Oklahoma overnight Friday into Saturday, bringing several tornadoes, strong winds, heavy rain, and hail to the state.

One of the hardest hit areas is Pittsburg County, where multiple buildings in downtown and old downtown McAlester are damaged by a likely tornado early Saturday morning.

The video below is a News On 6 web extra, showing the damage from multiple angles.

The building that was damaged, with the roof blown off, downtown was vacant.

News On 6 was told the building had been home to Catholic Charities for years, but there is a for sale sign on the window.

Image Provided By: News On 6

Other damage downtown includes Miller Glass Co. The building's windows were busted out and the roof was damaged. had windows busted out and some roof damage.

Miller Glass Co storm damage downtown McAlester June 7 2025 Image Provided By: News On 6