Active AlertsWashita

Flood Watch

Issued at Tue 11:26 PM Oct. 13

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Full details

Special Weather Statement

Issued at Wed 12:42 AM Oct. 14

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

At 1242 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Delhi to 5 miles southwest of Mangum. Movement was northeast at 50 mph.
Hazard: Wind gusts of 40 mph.
Source: Radar indicated.
Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include Elk City, Sayre, Hobart, Mangum, Granite, Sentinel, Canute, Lone Wolf, Carter, Willow, Retrop, Delhi, Brinkman, Hester, and Altus-Lugert Lake.

Recommended Action

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor NOAA Weather Radio, local radio stations or available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.