Headline:
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 6:45PM CDT until April 23 at 7:15PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
April 23, 2026 - 4:45pm
Expires:
April 23, 2026 - 5:15pm
Description:
At 645 PM CDT, a confirmed tornado was located 6 miles north of Deer
Creek, moving east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Damaging tornado and baseball size hail.
SOURCE...Broadcast media confirmed tornado.
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 impacted include...
Newkirk, Braman, Chilocco, Blackwell Lake, and Peckham.
This includes Interstate 35 between mile markers 227 and 236.
Instruction:
To repeat, a tornado is on the ground. TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a
storm shelter, safe room, 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:
Grant, OK; Kay, OK
Forcast Office:
NWS Norman OK
Sender: