Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 3:55PM CDT by NWS Tulsa OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 1:55pm
Expires:
April 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description:
At 354 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm near
Ralston, moving northeast at 45 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down small tree limbs and blow
around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation
is possible.
Locations in or near the path include...
Pawhuska... Fairfax...
Wynona... Ralston...
Pearsonia... Pershing...
Nelagoney...
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm 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 Tornado Watch remains in effect until 900 PM CDT for northeastern
Oklahoma.
Area Description:
Pawnee; Western Osage; Northeast Osage; Southeast Osage
Forcast Office:
NWS Tulsa OK
Sender: