BELOVED Tusla Meteorologist Clint Boone passed away just hours after reporting his weekly Sunday evening weather forecast.
The News On 6 meteorologist's daughter announced her father's death in a Facebook post on Sunday; however, his cause of death has yet to be determined.
"It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of our daddy this evening. Please keep my family in your thoughts and prayers as we navigate through this hard time. I love you and miss you much daddy," Emily Boone said.
In a statement regarding Boone's death, News On 6 wrote: "It is with great sadness that we let you know that News On 6 Meteorologist Clint Boone passed away Sunday.
"He may have only been at News On 6 for a short time, but he's been a fixture in Green Country during his many years here at several different stations."
Tributes from shocked viewers and anchors poured in on Monday morning after learning about Boone's death.
KJRH Chief Meteorologist Mike Collier tweeted: "Just heartbroken. My best friend, Clint Boone passed away today. Please pray for him family and his TV family at @NewsOn6 and @KJRH2HD."
News 2 Oklahoma's Cori Duke paid tribute to Boone, tweeting: "There are no words. Clint, my dear friend, I’ll miss you forever. Rest easy. Until we meet again… we’ll get that rematch in H.O.R.S.E. you always wanted. Love you."
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Oklahoma native and News 2 reporter Kaitlyn Rivas wrote: "So sad to hear about Clint Boone passing. I only worked with him a short time but he was so kind and welcoming. Please pray for his family and friends at this time."
The Bartlesville native joined the News On 6 weather team last month.
News On 6 welcomed Boone and fellow meteorologist Megan Gold to the team on January 3, during Monday's at 4 news.
Boone was in charge of providing Oklahomans with the weekend and evening weather forecast.
At the time, News On 6 Meteorologist Travis Meyer introduced Boone and Gold on social media, saying: "We are so thrilled to officially introduce both of the newest members of our weather team, Clint Boone and Megan Gold!
"You'll be able to catch Megan every Saturday and Sunday morning, and Clint every Saturday and Sunday evening on @NewsOn6."
Boone is survived by his mother, Anita, his father, David, his son, Hunter, and daughter, Emily, and two grandchildren.
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