Oklahoma Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/16/2026 17:23

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 16 at 7:23PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 16, 2026 - 5:23pm
Expires: 
June 16, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 723 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northwest of Freedom, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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... Freedom, Alabaster Caverns State Park, and Camp Houston.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm 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: 
Woods; Woodward
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK