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Loose barges on Arkansas River lead to evacuation

WEBBERS FALLS, Okla. — The storms caused two barges to detach in a navigation channel near Webbers Falls in Muskogee County Wednesday night.

Muskogee County Emergency Management leaders are asking residents to evacuate.

The evacuation order also includes nearby areas west of the river.

Troopers with the Oklahoma Highway patrol say the problem is possible debris flying from the dam.

A shelter is set up in Warner.

All lanes of SH-100 and I-40 are closed over the Arkansas River near the Muskogee/Sequoyah County line until further notice.

Drivers can expect significant delays and should avoid the area and seek an alternate route if possible.

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