Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 15 at 9:58PM CDT until April 15 at 10:30PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 15, 2026 - 7:58pm
Expires:
April 15, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 957 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Branch, moving east at 35 mph. Another possible
tornado was located near Vesta moving east at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado.
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 in or near the path include...
Charleston... Altus...
Denning... Etna...
Alix... Peter Pender...
Branch... Meg...
Wiederkehr Village...
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement 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:
Franklin, AR
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK