Tornado Warning Oklahoma | Effective 04/03/2026 19:53

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued April 3 at 9:53PM CDT until April 3 at 10:15PM CDT by NWS Norman OK
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
April 3, 2026 - 7:53pm
Expires: 
April 3, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description: 
At 953 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Dale, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. 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... Shawnee, McLoud, Meeker, Johnson, Dale, Bethel Acres, and Aydelotte. This includes Interstate 40 between mile markers 174 and 195.
Instruction: 
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: 
Lincoln, OK; Pottawatomie, OK; Seminole, OK
Forcast Office: 
NWS Norman OK