Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 3:44PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 1:44pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description:
At 343 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 5 miles south of Waynoka to 5 miles southwest
of Harmon. Movement was northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Woodward, Arnett, Mooreland, Waynoka, Sharon, Harmon, Quinlan,
Hopeton, and Bouse Junction.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Woods; Ellis; Woodward; Major
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: