Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 26 at 5:39PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 26, 2026 - 3:39pm
Expires:
August 26, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 538 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms
extending from 4 miles west of Upper Buffalo Wilderness Area to 2
miles south of Witter. Movement was south at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small tree limbs and blow
around unsecured objects.
Locations in or near the path include...
St. Paul... Pettigrew...
Witter... Boston...
Dutton... Red Star...
Weathers... Brashears...
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM CDT for
northwestern and west central Arkansas.
Area Description:
Madison
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov