Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued March 15 at 1:39PM CDT until March 15 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 11:39am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-
quarter and one mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind
Warning, north winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest, southwest, and western Oklahoma
and northern Texas.
* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this
evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM CDT this
evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced
visibility. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power
lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to
stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop
in visibility to near one-quarter mile. If you encounter blowing
dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull
off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park.
Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake
pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use
caution if you must drive.
Area Description:
Harper; Woods; Ellis; Woodward; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Beckham; Washita; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Tillman; Hardeman; Foard; Wilbarger; Knox; Baylor
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: