The city of Enid, Oklahoma (USA), was "severely affected" by a violent tornado Thursday evening. While no deaths have been reported, at least ten people were injured.

Chilling images. A violent tornado struck Oklahoma (USA) on Thursday evening, causing widespread damage in the city of Enid, home to Vance Air Force Base. Authorities have announced that there have been no fatalities so far, but at least ten people have been injured.

Firefighters on the scene are continuing their search in the areas affected by the tornado: "So far, there are no reported deaths and only minor injuries," the Garfield County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. "Rescuers are continuing secondary searches in the areas affected by the tornado." Images of the disaster have circulated widely on social media in the United States.

🚨 #BREAKING : Watch as additional footage from earlier during the Tornado Emergency shows a violent tornado passing dangerously close to multiple people filming as it strikes near or at Vance Air Force Base in Enid Oklahoma. Dozens of reports indicate numerous buildings have been… pic.twitter.com/PzIvN80qSn

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destroyed houses

While the human toll was relatively low, the material damage was extensive. Residents of Enid shared images of the destruction caused by the tornado. Many homes were damaged, some even completely destroyed.

BREAKING: Major damage in southeast Enid, OK after a large tornado moved through the area. #okwx

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Vance Air Force Base, located southwest of Enid, was also affected: “Earlier this evening, a tornado struck Vance Air Force Base. We are currently conducting checks to ensure all personnel are safe and sound. Base management is assessing the damage and ensuring the safety of facilities and infrastructure. We are working closely with local authorities and emergency services. Further information will be provided as it becomes available,” the base posted on its Facebook page.