Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued Across Oklahoma City Area

Meteorologists warn of 60 mph winds and hail up to 1 inch in diameter

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:34pm

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A dramatic landscape painting in the style of Caspar David Friedrich, featuring a stormy sky with swirling clouds and rays of light breaking through, dwarfing a small town or rural area in the foreground and conveying the sublime power of a severe thunderstorm.The overwhelming power of nature is on full display as a severe thunderstorm sweeps across the Oklahoma countryside.Norman Today

The National Weather Service in Norman, Oklahoma has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for several counties in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area, including Blaine, Canadian, Garfield, Kingfisher and Logan counties. The warning is in effect until 5 p.m. CDT, with the storm currently located 7 miles northeast of Greenfield and moving northeast at 35 mph.

Why it matters

Severe thunderstorms can bring dangerous conditions including high winds, large hail, heavy rain, and the potential for flash flooding. Residents in the affected areas are advised to take shelter immediately and follow safety protocols to protect themselves and their property.

The details

According to the NWS, the severe thunderstorm is capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Meteorologists warn that the storm could cause hail damage to vehicles as well as wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. The warning covers several major cities and towns in the region, including Kingfisher, Hennessey, Crescent, Dover, Cimarron City, Greenfield, Loyal, and Omega.

  • The severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Norman at 4:14 p.m. CDT on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • The warning is in effect until 5 p.m. CDT.

The players

National Weather Service

The National Weather Service is the primary source of weather data, forecasts and warnings for the United States.

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What they’re saying

“For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.”

— National Weather Service

What’s next

Residents in the affected areas should continue to monitor the weather conditions and heed any further warnings or instructions from local authorities. The National Weather Service will provide updates on the storm's progress and any changes to the warning.

The takeaway

This severe thunderstorm warning highlights the importance of being prepared for extreme weather events and taking immediate action to protect oneself and one's property. Residents should stay vigilant, follow safety protocols, and heed all warnings from local officials to ensure their safety during this potentially dangerous storm.