Oklahoma Tornado Warning | Effective 04/23/2026 18:38

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 8:38PM CDT until April 23 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 23, 2026 - 6:38pm
Expires: 
April 23, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description: 
At 837 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 4 miles north of Kaw Lake, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and golf ball size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. Locations impacted include... Kaw City and northern Kaw Lake.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a storm shelter, safe room, or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description: 
Kay, OK
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov