December 2018
SUNDAY DECEMBER 16, 2018
0405L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/16/18 1- WE ARE ABNORMALLY DRY RIGHT NOW. If you live outside the city limits, if you plan on conducting any type of burning, be sure to call dispatch on the number of your fire district. These are located under EMERGENCY CONTACTS on the GARFIELD COUNTY EM app or if online, go here on the back page of our Preparedness Guide- https://gcem.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Garfield-County-Family-Preparedness-Guide-2017.pdf and all the numbers you need are there. [...]
SATURDAY DECEMBER 15, 2018
0415L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/15/18 1- Nice weather is in store for today and tomorrow. Light winds and highs in the mid 50’s sound pretty good at this point. 2- The Fire Danger will be low today. We are abnormally dry, per guidance, and if humidity and dew point temps are low, fires can be started easily. BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL OUT THERE. If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately. 3- GARFIELD COUNTY [...]
FRIDAY DECEMBER 14, 2018
0430L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/14/18 BE SURE AND DOWNLOAD OUR “GARFIELD COUNTY EM” APP. You’re not prepared without it!! 1-THE WIND ADVISORY HAS BEEN CANCELLED. THE HIGHEST WIND GUST YESTERDAY, FROM THE MESONET, WAS 49 MPH AT BOTH LAHOMA AND BRECKENRIDGE. I am pretty sure there were higher gusts in between those sites. 2- Overall, we have fared well. Could have used more rain but hopefully that will also come soon along with some [...]
THURSDAY DECEMBER 13, 2018
0335L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/13/18 WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9AM THURSDAY MORNING UNTIL 6AM FRIDAY MORNING. NORTH WINDS 20-30 MPH GUSTING TO 40 MPH ARE POSSIBLE. It wouldn’t surprise me to see this upgraded to a warning “possibly” later today. 1- NO controlled burning today. It would get out of control very quickly. Powerlines may be whipping out there too, so if you see sparking going on, call 911 and a response will [...]
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 12, 2018
0400L-WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FORM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/12/18 HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FOR THE WESTERN 1/3 OF OKLAHOMA FOR THURSDAY. GARFIELD COUNTY is not in the watch right now. 1- A storm system is coming that appears will bring us a “chance” for rain on Thursday and maybe a flurry or two Thursday night. The storm track will be south of us in Texas so our major issue will be the wind. 2- Sustained winds on [...]
TUESDAY DECEMBER 11, 2018
0340L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/11/18 1- WINDY is the word for the next several days as the gradient tightens. Models are not in agreement on where this next system will actually track and what type of precipitation will occur. Strong winds are the main issue right now. 2- FIRE DANGER is always a risk when winds are strong. Even though the ground isn’t totally dry, the foliage is, thus a risk for fire. Be [...]
MONDAY DECEMBER 10, 2018
0355L-MONDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/10/ 18 1- A nice day on tap so get outside, if you can, and enjoy. We should see mostly clear skies today. 2- There is another storm system coming our way so we may see some rain late Wednesday into Thursday. It’s still way out there so we’ll see how everything comes together over the next few days. It won’t be dramatic whatever actually happens. Hang in there folks, [...]
SUNDAY DECEMBER 9, 2018
0410L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/9/18 1- SUNMAGEDDON IS IN STORE FOR THE NEXT SEVERAL DAYS. Don’t worry, it’s ok to be outside and receive Vitamin D from the sun. All you have to do is bare some skin and the sun and your skin do the rest. Keep it clean folks. ALSO, download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app and keep up with the latest mageddon events whether they are natural, man-made, or from up [...]
SATURDAY DECEMBER 8, 2018
0435L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/8/18 1- SORRY THIS IS A BIT LATE BUT HERE WE GO.. NO ADVISORIES FOR US TODAY. We may see some flurries around but aren’t expecting any major impacts at all. 2- If you plan on traveling, check the latest forecast of your destination first, then check road conditions especially if you plan on traveling anywhere East or South of here. You can easily find forecasts under LINKS, and Road [...]
FRIDAY DECEMBER 7, 2018 SUPPLEMENTAL
0620L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/7/18 WINTER STORM WATCH HAS BEEN CANCELLED!! The first graphic shows where the WATCH has been moved. The other two are newer graphics 1- Winter impacts look a lot lower now than before since this storm system is tracking farther south. Then comes the question, will we still see snow? MAYBE. The actual track is still an issue but if we do see any snow, it would most likely be [...]
FRIDAY DECEMBER 7, 2018
0430L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/7/18 WINTER STORM WATCH STILL IN EFFECT FROM 6am TODAY UNTIL SATURDAY EVENING as of right now. It wouldn’t surprise me to see this become just an advisory sometime today for our area. 1- Winter impacts look a lot lower now than before since this storm system is tracking farther south. Then comes the question, will we still see snow? MAYBE. The actual track is still an issue but if [...]
THURSDAY ADDITIONAL GRAPHICS UPDATE
THURSDAY MORNING GRAPHICS UPDATE. These weren't available when I uploaded my info this morning.Here are the latest graphics from the NWS:
THURSDAY DECEMBER 6, 2018
0430L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/6/18 1- WINTER STORM WATCH STILL IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING. This might change some today so don’t be too surprised. This would be based on timing. 2- IF you plan on traveling, DO IT TODAY! Traveling later on Friday and Saturday may be difficult in some areas. ROAD CONDITIONS can be found on the front page at https://gcem.org 3- Download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. Any [...]
WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 5, 2018
WEDNESDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/5/18 “WINTER STORM WATCH” IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING UNTIL SATURDAY EVENING. WHAT...HEAVY MIXED PRECIPITATION POSSIBLE. TOTAL SNOW ACCUMULATIONS OF 2 TO 4 INCHES AND ICE ACCUMULATIONS OF AROUND THREE TENTHS OF AN INCH ARE POSSIBLE. WHERE...THE HEAVIER SNOW ACCUMULATIONS WILL MAINLY BE ACROSS NORTHERN OKLAHOMA, ESPECIALLY NEAR THE KANSAS BORDER. THE HEAVIER ICE ACCUMULATIONS ARE EXPECTED TO EXTEND FROM SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA INTO CENTRAL OKLAHOMA, INCLUDING OKLAHOMA CITY. A [...]
TUESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2018
0420L-TUESDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/4/18 1- WINTER WEATHER IS COMING. As it looks right now based on guidance, we could see a mix of some ice and snow then transition to all snow. Either way, the STORM TRACK is the key issue. 30 miles either way can mean a major difference in what we receive along with what temperatures aloft are at different altitudes. That’s a big one there. This link will help you [...]
MONDAY DECEMBER 3, 2018
0400L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/3/18 1- Look at the first graph below showing precipitation types for later this week. IT’S GOING TO CHANGE MANY TIMES THIS WEEK. Don’t get hung up on where lines are on ANY map right now. 3 models are stating similarities concerning later this week but with moisture availability differences, timing differences, and the type of precipitation possible, all remains to be seen. 2- It’s going to be cold and [...]
0415L-SUNDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT- 12/2/18 1- I’ll start with your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Today- Sunny, with a high near 47. Northwest wind 11 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Tonight- Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. North wind 8 to 11 mph. 2- It appears we will have a below average temperature week. Highs will average in the 40’s and lows in the 20’s. They will vary [...]
SATURDAY DECEMBER 1, 2018
0420L-SATURDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-12/1/18 1- We received around ¾ of an inch of rainfall and it appears we may receive a little more this morning. Nothing severe but there may be a rumble or two of thunder. No need to panic, we’ll be ok. 2- It is pretty foggy out there too, so drive carefully and turn on your headlights so folks can see you coming. 3- Here is your forecast from the [...]
November 2018
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2018
0412L-FRIDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/30/18 1-We are in a MARGINAL RISK area for severe weather later today. An Enhanced Risk is located in Southeast Oklahoma. We are also in a DENSE FOG ADVISORY this morning until 10am. Our chances for severe weather here are low but not completely out of the question. Now is a good time to download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. Stay prepared with it. 2-IF you plan on traveling [...]
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 29, 2018
0420L-THURSDAY OUTLOOK FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-11/29/18 1-We’ll start with your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Today: Mostly sunny with highs in the lower 60s along with light and variable winds. Tonight: Partly cloudy with lows in the mid-30s also with light and variable winds. 2-We will have a slight chance for rain on Friday but don’t hold your breath. Late Sunday we may have a chance for a rain/snow mix then a transition to snow overnight [...]
