November 2019
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17, 2019
0400L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/17/19 1- A front will be pushing through this morning with a slight chance for very light precip. Winds will become northwesterly after the front moves through and winds will be a bit gusty for several hours. We will have several more fronts this week with minimal impacts. Later in the week, impacts may change. We’ll see what happens. 2- Fire danger is increasing so as stated in previous posts, [...]
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2019
0325L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/16/19 1- WINDY is the word for today. It’s really nothing new for us so if you suffer from eating dirt, you may need to stay inside. No pun intended but there is a lot of construction going on and that of course brings up the dirt. No rain in site yet!! We will have a front push through overnight tonight so all we are expecting there is a wind [...]
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2019
0345L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/15/19 1- GARFIELD COUNTY EM. This is our emergency/notification app. If you don’t have this app in Garfield County, You’re NOT PREPARED. 2- For today and over the weekend, we look pretty good temp-wise as we should remain around normal temps for this time of year. There will be a few fronts move through but the main effect will be a windshift. We shouldn’t see any precip as [...]
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2019
0350L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/14/19 1- It appears we will remain mostly clear along with light winds so enjoy the sunshine when possible. It will be a little cooler since a weak front came through yesterday and we’ll have a few more between now and Monday. Not expecting any precip with these. We’ll see what happens. 2- I have added the Drought Monitor graphic to show that we are not in a [...]
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 13, 2019
0345L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/13/19 1-WARNING!!! There have been several accidents concerning deer. This is a dangerous time of year for them since hunting season is ongoing. Deer move around quite a bit near dawn and at dusk. For the most part, anywhere you see clumps of trees along the highway can be a potential crossing where deer will just run out in front of you. In most cases, you may not [...]
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2019
0320L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/12/19 GARFIELD COUNTY EM is our notification app. You’re NOT prepared without it! 1-It’s extremely cold outside and the winds have decreased in speed. At 0300, its 15 degrees with a wind chill of 4 degrees. Winds are out of the north at 10 mph. I would recommend a coat this morning. Overall, we did ok but there were several power outages around the area per OGE System [...]
MONDAY-VETERAN’S DAY- NOVEMBER 11, 2019
0330L-MONDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/11/19 TO ALL VETERANS, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!! WIND ADVISORY STILL IN EFFECT FROM NOW UNTIL 9PM MONDAY NIGHT. THE FIRE DANGER WILL BE HIGHER TODAY SO BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL!! 1- The cold front has arrived with the promised strong winds. Wind gusts today could reach upwards of 55mph or so. Just secure anything around the house that hasn’t left the property yet and you should be [...]
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2019
0400L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT. 11/10/19 1- GARFIELD COUNTY EM. This is our notification app. If you don’t have it, you’re not prepared. 2- The cold front is coming and should be in the area by late this afternoon and early evening. Temps will fall slowly and winds will gradually increase and become strong with gusts upwards of 25 mph. Winds will persist through late Monday afternoon. There is a chance for [...]
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2019
0400L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/9/19 1- Main statement for today is NICE and Sunday looks nicer until later in the day. Get out and enjoy the weather before the change late Sunday. Winds will shift and become strong out of the north late Sunday and a chance for some precip is possible. We’ll see what happens! 2- Overall, we’ll be ok. Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Saturday- Sunny with a [...]
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2019
0345L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/8/19 1-Check this out- today’s high around 50, low tonight around 35. Saturday high-68, low-43. Sunday high-64, low 27 with a chance for freezing drizzle or rain late. HEADS UP!! MONDAY- HIGH AROUND 33, LOW 16 under windy conditions. The wind chill will be dangerously low. ARE YOU READY FOR WINTER? HOPE SO!! 2- Here is your forecast for Friday from the NWS/NORMAN; Today- Partly cloudy until late [...]
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2019
0400L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/7/19 WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON for HARPER, WOODS, ELLIS, WOODWARD, MAJOR, ROGER MILLS, DEWEY, CUSTER AND BECKHAM COUNTIES. If you plan on traveling, check the forecast here and at your destination. 1-As of 0330 local time we continue to receive light rain/drizzle. We are in the mid-30s and temps are expected to drop a little more by dawn. There is a slight chance we may [...]
WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2019
0400L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/6/19 1- GENERAL RISK for thunderstorms later today. NO SEVERE WEATHER EXPECTED. We have a storm system out west that will push through the area later today and a cold front with very cold air coming in from the north sometime this evening. Timing is a key issue along with strong winds after frontal passage. There is a slight possibility of light winter precip early Thursday morning with little to [...]
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2019
0400L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFORMATION FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MGMT-11/5/19 1- Get our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app and be prepared. Without it, you’re not! 2- Enjoy today and part of tomorrow. A strong cold front is heading our way and it will bring rain, “maybe” a wintry mix Wednesday night, and definitely colder air. Details are constantly changing so we’ll see how this mess comes together. No accumulative snowfall expected just some rainfall. 3- Another cold front [...]
MONDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2019
0355L-MONDAY INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/4/19 1- Good weather today and Tuesday but things go downhill Wednesday into Thursday with a wintry mix on Thursday. We’ll see what happens but be sure you are prepared. 2- Download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. You’re NOT prepared without it!! 3- Keep in mind the FIRE DANGER. There has been many controlled burns called in and that’s a good thing. I still would like for you to call [...]
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2019
0400L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK AND INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/3/19 1- Good morning, since the forecast is easy and there’s not a lot to discuss at least right now, enjoy today. It will be a little windy especially this afternoon but overall, a nice day. 2- Continue to call in smoke or fire if you see it. Yesterday’s fire near Perry Acres was a prime example of fire moving quickly with virtually no wind. That’s because fire [...]
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2019
0410L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/2/19. Since the weather is very nice, here are a few thoughts for you to think about. The forecast is below. 1- Are you actually ready for winter since we got a pretty good taste of it this past week? If not, you really need to be looking into what YOU need to do for you and your family. Always remember, ideas for this are out there and [...]
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2019
0355L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/1/19 GARFIELD COUNTY EM-This is our notification app. You’re NOT prepared without it! 1- GOOD NEWS! The Vance WSR 88D Weather Radar is back up. Technicians will down the radar from roughly 0800 until 1000 local time. Hopefully the assessment goes well. 2- As stated yesterday, the FIRE DANGER will slowly increase over time so keep an eye out for smoke/fire. If you see any, call 911. Just [...]
October 2019
THURSDAY OCTOBER 31, 2019
0345L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-10/31/19 1- Ahhh, a taste of winter. The snow came and the snow went. It’s still chilly outside. That said, after a very cold morning, we MIGHT reach our forecast high of around 45 degrees. Yes, it will be a little warmer today but guess what? Another front will push in Friday bringing that warmup to an end. We’ll try to warm up again over the weekend then [...]
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 30, 2019
0400L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK & UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-10/30/19 1- A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect just to our west and we could be included later. We’ll see what happens. At 0345L we are just above freezing at all reporting stations here in the county. Bridges and overpasses will most likely be slick as they can freeze at 35 degrees. BE CAREFUL while driving as temps can fluctuate between reporting stations and you could become [...]
TUESDAY OCTOBER 29, 2019
0405L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK & INFO FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-10/29/19 1- FREEZE WARNING in effect until 10am this morning. Hopefully outside winter preparations were made. We are expecting some rain/drizzle later today and overnight tonight. If temps do fall below freezing, we may see some freezing drizzle or freezing rain. Per guidance, right now, the freezing precipitation should be fairly light. 2- The above will probably change some during the day so we’ll advise accordingly. We are [...]
