Tornado Hits Ozark County, Three Reported Deaths

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 9:33 AM

By Scott McCaulley @smcckc

Photo courtesy Bakersfield Volunteer Fire Department

Bakersfield in Ozark County is one of the locations that got struck by a tornado during Friday's round of storms.

Ozark County Sheriff Cass Martin tells KTLO in Mountain Home that the storm system did extensive damage to the Bakersfield area. Martin added that numerous trees were down blocking many roadways around Bakersfield and other areas of the county.

Martin added there were three fatalities and other injuries around Bakersfield but did not have specifics on the cause of the fatalities and the number of injured.

WAYS TO LISTEN

More from Local News

Christmas Events This Weekend in the Lakes Region

A weekend full of Christmas events are happening in the region.
Drought Levels Steady in Lakes Region

The latest map from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows the Lakes Region in a holding pattern.
Nixa to Host Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Community Cocoa Night on Dec. 5

The Nixa Parks and Recreation Department is inviting residents to kick off the holiday season with the annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony and Cocoa with the Community, according to a post on the department’s Facebook page.
Stone County Authorities Ask for Help in Locating Missing Teen

The Stone County Sheriff's Office is seeking assistance in locating a missing juvenile from the Viola/Carr Lane/Shell Knob area.
Green Forest Woman Faces Missouri Drug Charges

An Arkansas woman is caught after allegedly trying to transport drugs into Missouri.

Tornado Hits Ozark County, Three Reported Deaths

Share

WAYS TO LISTEN

More from Local News

Ways To Listen