Members of the Luther Fire Department regrouped after 9 p.m. Friday, preparing for a long and challenging night ahead. They were joined by fellow firefighters from Nichols Hills, The Village, Newalla, Del City, Midwest City, Hickory Hills, and other departments, all working together to combat relentless wildfires fueled by high winds and dry conditions.
Luther Fire Chief Joe Figueroa said the firestorm began in the Hickory Hills neighborhood on Hiwassee, just north of Highway 66, in Arcadia, and spread northeast toward rural Luther and unincorporated Oklahoma County throughout the afternoon and evening. Tragically, at least ten homes were destroyed – with extensive losses to others. Firefighters remain on high alert as a wind shift expected around 1 a.m. Saturday could reignite flames and intensify the danger.
Chief Figueroa emphasized the severity of the situation, with crews working tirelessly to contain the blaze and protect the community. He said, thankfully, there had been no reports of injury.
As firefighters regrouped and restaged, donations of food and water poured in from the community, providing much-needed support for those on the front lines.
Residents are urged to stay vigilant overnight, monitoring weather updates and fire alerts. The Luther Fire Department and supporting crews are working tirelessly to protect lives and property, but community awareness and preparedness remain critical.
Many crossroads remain blocked across Coffee Creek Road and Sorghum Mill Road, at Luther Road, Triple X, and others. We are all asked to stay away from the area.
The American Red Cross has established a shelter at the Luther Community Center, 18120 Hogback Road. Already, churches and individuals are planning fundraisers and collecting donations to help fire victims who lost everything.
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