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Two people died during storms on Saturday, Oklahoma authorities confirmed. What we know

Two people were killed Saturday as severe storms moved through Oklahoma, Mayes County Emergency Management officials confirmed.

Names and ages have not been released, but authorities say two women were killed.

A line of severe storms formed Saturday afternoon and moved through Oklahoma through the evening, producing large hail and at least five tornadoes in some areas, the National Weather Service in Norman said.

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A tornado spotted in northwestern Oklahoma near Mutual knocked down trees and caused damage to several structures. There were no reports of injuries.

Severe weather disrupted events across the metro area and the state.

The softball game between Oklahoma State and Arizona was suspended on Saturday in Stillwater.

Oklahoma deputy sports editor Jacob Unruh reported that a lightning strike sounded during the fifth inning of the second game.

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Paseo Arts Festival organizers wrapped up the event at 5 p.m. The festival resumed on Sunday and continues on Monday.

NWS predicts the next round of strong to severe storms with large hail could be possible on Tuesday.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Two killed in storms that swept through Oklahoma on Saturday

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