Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 22 at 5:14AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 22, 2026 - 3:14am
Expires:
August 22, 2026 - 3:45am
Description:
At 514 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Harrah, moving south at 15 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...
Northeastern Norman, Shawnee, Choctaw, Harrah, McLoud, Jones, Dale,
Stella, Newalla, and Bethel Acres.
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:
Oklahoma; Lincoln; Cleveland; Pottawatomie
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov