Oklahoma Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 05/29/2026 13:50

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 29 at 3:50PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 29, 2026 - 1:50pm
Expires: 
May 29, 2026 - 2:15pm
Description: 
At 349 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Orion, moving northeast at 20 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... Orion.
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; Major
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov