Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 5:05AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 17, 2026 - 3:05am
Expires:
August 17, 2026 - 3:30am
Description:
At 505 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 4
miles northwest of Covington, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 40 mph and half inch 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...
Garber, Covington, Breckenridge, Fairmont, and Douglas.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Garfield; Noble
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov