Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 18 at 6:44PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 4:44pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 643 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a decaying thunderstorm
capable of strong winds 4 miles southwest of Canton, moving
northeast at 60 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Fairview, Okeene, Canton, Longdale, Canton Lake, Eagle City,
Isabella, Homestead, and Southard.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Major; Dewey; Blaine
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: