Oklahoma Tornado Warning | Effective 04/23/2026 17:18

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 23 at 7:18PM CDT until April 23 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 23, 2026 - 5:18pm
Expires: 
April 23, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
At 718 PM CDT, a confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was located near Braman, moving east at 15 mph. This is a PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. TAKE COVER NOW! HAZARD...Damaging tornado. SOURCE...Broadcast media confirmed tornado. IMPACT...You are in a life-threatening situation. Flying debris may be deadly to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be destroyed. Considerable damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles is likely and complete destruction is possible. Locations impacted include... Braman, Peckham, and Blackwell Lake. This includes Interstate 35 between mile markers 228 and 233.
Instruction: 
To repeat, an extremely dangerous and potentially deadly tornado is on the ground. To protect your life, 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: 
Kay, OK
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK