Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 4:30PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 2:30pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
At 429 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 8 miles southwest of Burns Flat to 3 miles
southwest of Mangum. Movement was north at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea 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...
Elk City, Mangum, Granite, Burns Flat, Sentinel, Dill City, Canute,
Lone Wolf, Foss, Willow, Retrop, Brinkman, Hester, and Altus-Lugert
Lake.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor NOAA Weather
Radio, local radio stations or available television stations for
additional information and possible warnings from the National
Weather Service.
Area Description:
Beckham; Washita; Greer; Kiowa
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: