Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 8 at 8:08PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 8, 2026 - 6:08pm
Expires:
May 8, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 807 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Stratford, moving southeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 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...
Stratford, Roff, Byars, Fitzhugh, Hickory, Scullin, Fittstown, and
Vanoss.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
McClain; Garvin; Murray; Pontotoc; Johnston
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov