Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:39AM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 17, 2026 - 11:39pm
Expires:
April 18, 2026 - 12:30am
Description:
At 139 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 6 miles south of Wilson to 5 miles south of
Megargel. Movement was east at 55 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size 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...
Wichita Falls, Ardmore, Henrietta, Marietta, Waurika, Archer City,
Iowa Park, Lone Grove, Healdton, Holliday, Wilson, Dickson, Ringling,
Ryan, Petrolia, Scotland, Byers, Dean, Thackerville, and Windthorst.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Stephens; Cotton; Jefferson; Carter; Love; Marshall; Wichita; Baylor; Archer; Clay
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: