April 24 Tornado Recovery

Where recovery stands

  1. April 24, 2026

    Tornado strikes. A tornado damages homes and property in Gray Ridge Estates and the surrounding area.

  2. May 5, 2026

    Emergency resolution. The City adopts an emergency resolution to support the response.

  3. Spring and summer 2026

    Immediate recovery and relief. Crews clear debris, and residents receive support through donations, found-item drop-off, SBA assistance and other relief programs.

  4. Complete

    Relief phase finished. The immediate recovery and relief phase is complete.

  5. September 22, 2026

    First rebuilding permit issued. The first permit to rebuild in the affected area has been issued, marking the start of the rebuilding phase.

Rebuilding information

If you are rebuilding, start with the Disaster Information Packet. It explains the permit process, the codes that apply and the special waivers available to people affected by the tornado.

Start here

The Disaster Information Packet covers processes, codes and special waivers for those affected by the tornado.

Open the Disaster Information Packet (PDF)(PDF, 3MB)

Homes near Vance Air Force Base may also need to meet noise and land-use requirements. These documents explain them:

Choosing a contractor? Start with the City's list of approved roofing contractors:

Questions about permits? Contact Community Development 580-616-7213 or enidcd@enid.org.

Help still available

SBA disaster loans

Assistance is available online only. In-person help ended May 22, 2026. Find details and deadlines at the SBA disaster page. Also see the SBA Declaration of Disaster (PDF)(PDF, 139KB) and SBA Fact Sheet (PDF)(PDF, 193KB).

Free copies of deeds

Property owners in Gray Ridge Estates and the surrounding area can get free certified copies of deeds from the Garfield County Clerk's Office. Call 580-237-0226, option 1, or visit the Register of Deeds, 114 W. Broadway, Room 105, Garfield County Courthouse. Bring a photo ID. Delivery is available if transportation is an issue.

Supply and food donations are no longer needed. Monetary donations remain one of the most effective ways to support long-term recovery, and these community partners make sure funds are used locally:

Records

Relief-phase resources

These services supported the immediate response and are no longer active. They are listed here for reference.

  • Supply and food donations: Not needed since May 21, 2026.
  • SBA in-person assistance: Ended May 22, 2026. Online assistance continues.
  • Found items: Personal documents and belongings found after the storm were collected at the Enid Public Library.
  • Lost and found pets: Enid Animal Welfare, 1200 S. 10th St., and the ESPCA helped reunite pets with their families. Contact Enid Animal Welfare with questions.
  • Damage reporting: Residents reported property damage to the state at damage.ok.gov.
  • SNAP replacement benefits: Requests were due within 10 days of the storm. For questions, call the Oklahoma Human Services office at 405-522-5050.

Last updated: October 16, 2026 

Media contact

Derrick G. Silas Sr., director of communications
580-616-7294 · dsilas@enid.org

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