Northwestern Oklahoma —

What is happening:

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Woods County, northwestern Blaine County, northwestern Dewey County, western Major County and southeastern Woodward County in northwestern Oklahoma, in effect through 3:15 PM CST on Monday, November 2. At 2:36 PM CST, a line of severe thunderstorms stretched from near Mutual to five miles west of Taloga to nine miles northwest of Putnam, moving northeast at 50 mph. A Tornado Watch remains in effect for the warned area.

Local impacts:

The storms are producing wind gusts up to 60 mph and quarter-size hail. Hail of that size can damage vehicles, and the strong winds can damage roofs, siding and trees. Communities in the path include Fairview, Taloga, Seiling, Vici, Longdale, Mutual, Chester, Canton Lake, Orion, Cestos, Hucmac and Bouse Junction.

What to do:

- Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

- Stay away from windows and exterior doors until the warning expires.

- If you are driving, pull safely off the road and stay in your vehicle away from trees and power lines, or seek shelter in a sturdy building.

- Keep an eye on updates from the National Weather Service, since conditions can change quickly.

Source: National Weather Service in Norman, November 2, 2026.