Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Grady and McClain Counties in Central Oklahoma
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Grady and McClain Counties until 5:00 PM CST, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail expected.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of central Oklahoma. This alert was issued at 4:09 PM CST following radar indications of a severe weather system moving through the area.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- Central Grady County in central Oklahoma
- West central McClain County in central Oklahoma
Specific locations expected to be impacted include Chickasha, Newcastle, Blanchard, Tuttle, Amber, Bridge Creek, Norge, Middleberg, Tabler, Agawam, and Ninnekah.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents are advised to stay away from windows and remain indoors until the storm has passed. Additionally, a Tornado Watch remains in effect for the warned area; residents should continue to monitor local weather updates.
Expected Conditions
As of 4:09 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm was located near Norge, moving northeast at 40 mph. The following hazards have been identified:
- Wind: Gusts of up to 60 mph are expected. This may result in wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hail: Quarter-size hail is anticipated. Residents should expect potential hail damage to vehicles.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately as of 4:09 PM CST on March 6, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at 5:00 PM CST.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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