Oklahoma Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/18/2026 15:02

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 5:02PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 18, 2026 - 3:02pm
Expires: 
May 18, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description: 
At 502 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 7 miles southwest of Duke to 6 miles west of Eldorado. Movement was northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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... Eldorado.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms 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: 
Harmon; Jackson
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK