Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 14 at 4:17AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 14, 2026 - 2:17am
Expires:
October 14, 2026 - 2:45am
Description:
At 417 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Bessie, moving northeast at 35 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...
Weatherford, Clinton, Cordell, Burns Flat, Arapaho, Dill City, Corn,
Custer City, and Bessie.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
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:
Custer; Washita
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov