Barnsdall Tornado: Downed Power Lines Blocking Rescue Efforts; People Believed To Be Trapped In Homes

There's been one confirmed death in Barnsdall from Monday's tornadic storms.

Osage County Emergency Management told News On 6 at the scene that they believe many people are trapped in homes in the hardest hit areas of town.

Rescue efforts have been difficult due to the number of live, downed power lines and a concern of gas leaks.

There are authorities from all over the state converging on the town to help with recovery efforts.

A shelter is setup at the high school in Barnsdall.