July 2018
SUNDAY JULY 15, 2018
0420L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/15/18 1-We are in a GENERAL RISK AREA for thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight. This may be the trend for the next several days. If storms occur, heavy rainfall and winds will be the main threats. Otherwise, it will be very muggy and hot outdoors. 2-There will be a boundary in southern Kansas that could be a focus point for storms Monday and Tuesday so we’ll see how this affects [...]
SATURDAY JULY 14, 2018
0415L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/14/18 WE ARE IN A GENERAL THUNDERSTORM RISK AREA MEANING THAT STORMS COULD OCCUR ANYWHERE AROUND OUR AREA, SO BE PREPARED FOR THIS. IF STORMS OCCUR, WIND AND HAIL WOULD BE THE MAIN THREATS MAINLY THIS AFTERNOON AND TONIGHT. 1-A weak boundary will be in the area today and may become a focus point in thunderstorm development. As I type this morning at 0400, there are some showers around northern [...]
FRIDAY JULY 13, 2018
0423L-FRIDAY MORNING UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/13/18 1-We experienced a few showers and thunderstorms on Thursday afternoon. There wasn’t any severe weather in Garfield County but there was in other areas of the state. We do have that possibility later tonight and at times over the weekend. We aren’t in a HEAT ADVISORY yet but it wouldn’t surprise me if we end up in one today. Be careful out in the heat. PACE YOURSELF while [...]
THURSDAY JULY 12, 2018
0335L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/12/18 1-HEADLINE: THE HEAT WILL CONTINUE BUT IT APPEARS WE WILL STAY JUST BELOW “HEAT ADVISORY” LEVELS. Stay hydrated and pay close attention to how you feel while working outdoors. If you start feeling weak, get help!! See graphs below. 2-Rain chances are very low but better in southern Oklahoma. We have a better chance for rain the first of the week when a front pushes into the area. We’ll [...]
WEDNESDAY JULY 11, 2018
0350L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/11/18 1- The WSR-88D Weather Radar known as the Vance Radar is fully operational. Techs worked very hard to make this happen. We now have lower level surveillance back for weather operations. 2-The heat will continue to be a major factor and I know I have been preaching HEAT SAFETY for quite some time. I will continue this until we cool off then I will preach cold weather safety. You [...]
TUESDAY JULY 10, 2018
TUESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/10/18 1- Hot and muggy with a 20% chance for thunderstorms. The percentage is low but IF IT RAINS, it will fall fast and heavy. 2-Over the last 90 days, we have had anywhere from 10-13 inches per the Oklahoma Mesonet. See graph below. Totals may be more or less in between these sites. You can get a lot of information from the Mesonet site at www.mesonet.org so check it [...]
MONDAY JULY 9, 2018
0355L-MONDAY UPDATE AND INFO FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/9/18 1-HEADLINE: HOT TODAY WITH AN EXTREMELY LOW CHANCE FOR PRECIPITATION. 2- We have a CHANCE for rain on Tuesday then after that, it will definitely be warming back up into the upper 90’s. 3- As I have stated for the last several months, stay hydrated and pace yourselves if working outside. 4-Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Monday-Increasing clouds, with a high near 92. East wind [...]
SUNDAY JULY 8, 2018
0410L-SUNDAY UPDATE AND INFORMATION FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/8/18 1-TECHNICIANS HAVE GOTTEN KVNX (VANCE WEATHER RADAR) BACK IN OPERATION. KEEP IN MIND THAT THERE MAY BE A GLITCH OR TWO THAT MAY TAKE IT BACK DOWN BUT FOR NOW, IT’S WORKING!! 2-Not quite as humid today as yesterday so enjoy that while you can. We are in the SSE area of a high pressure system that basically will drift around this week. Our best chances for [...]
SATURDAY JULY 7, 2018
0350L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/7/18 1- Friday’s winds were a fact of collapsing storms. Our atmosphere is very conducive to this at this time of the year. Yes, storms came in from the NORTHEAST. This isn’t common for us but this actually happens each year at least once to keep everyone honest! This pattern may persist for the upcoming week so be aware, depending on conditions, that we may see some more storms possibly [...]
FRIDAY JULY 6, 2018
405L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/6/18 1-Rain, maybe heavy rain at times, is possible later today and again on Sunday into next week. The severe threat is low BUT if you end up underneath a strong cell, minor flooding could occur. With storms that collapse, winds could be an issue too. Just stay aware of conditions and you’ll be ok. 2-Overall, it may be a little cooler but it will be extremely HUMID. Heat indices [...]
THURSDAY JULY 5, 2018
0415L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/5/18 1- CONTINUED HOT. It appears we’ll stay below HEAT ADVISORY CRITERIA and winds will be nominal. 2- Continue to pace yourselves in the heat. Pay attention to the kids and to all pets. 3- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Thursday-Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Thursday Night-Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind 5 to 10 mph [...]
WEDNESDAY JULY 4, 2018
0420L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/4/18 July 4, 1776 marks the anniversary of the adoption and publication of the DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE from Great Britain by our Continental Congress. We became the United States of America and were no longer ANY part of the British Empire. Here is a little history lesson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Independence_Day_(United_States) 1- Another hot day here in the area so with all the festivities going on, pay attention to those that may have [...]
JULY 3, 2018
0405L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/3/18 1- HOT TODAY, COOLER TONIGHT BUT MUGGY. 2-Rain chances increase a little towards the weekend. Details are still in the works. 3- Pace yourselves outdoors. We aren’t in a heat advisory but pay attention to how you feel. When it’s this hot, trust your feelings. 4- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Tuesday-Sunny and hot with highs near 98. Heat index values around 101. South winds 5 to [...]
JULY 2, 2018
0420L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/2/18 1- HOT, MUGGY, RAIN CHANCES, AND HOPEFULLY NO EARTHQUAKES FOR THIS WEEK. 2-The heat will continue to be a major factor along with high humidity. We could see rain chances just about anytime during the week so be prepared if you plan on being outdoors any evening this week. 3-If and when any storms occur, expect the wind to be the main issue along with hail. We’ll wait and [...]
SUNDAY JULY 1, 2018
0410L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-7/1/18 1- THE FRONT didn’t make it overnight but should be an influence this morning as it actually moves through the area. It should be south of us by noon or so and any severe threat SHOULD remain south. We do have a 60% chance for rain this morning. ALSO, “NO” heat advisory today. 2-Several folks have sent me damage reports through our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. PLEASE make sure [...]
June 2018
SATURDAY JUNE 30, 2018
0400L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/30/18 1-HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1PM UNTIL 9PM.HEAT INDEX VALUES TO 106 POSSIBLE. Depending on conditions and the possibility of thunderstorms, this advisory may lapse before 9pm per NWS Guidance. 2- MARGINAL RISK FOR SEVERE WEATHER –RISKS: WINDS-60-80 MPH, HAIL-UP TO GOLF BALL, AND THE TORNADO RISK IS VERY LOW. TIMING-3 PM TO 7 PM. Should see showers overnight, maybe. 3-The Drought Monitor is out showing us in a [...]
FRIDAY JUNE 29, 2018
405L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/29/18 1- HEAT ADVISORY AGAIN TODAY FROM 1PM UNTIL 9PM TONIGHT. HEAT INDEX VALUES TO 106 ARE POSSIBLE. USE “EXTREME” CAUTION WHILE WORKING OUTSIDE. 2-Thunderstorms may be rolling back into the forecast later today out west and then into our area by means of a front Saturday evening. Timing right now is an issue so stay weather aware. If storms occur, downburst winds and isolated hail would be the main [...]
THURSDAY JUNE 28, 2018
0410L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/28/18 1-JUST FYI, when I type in caps, I am not yelling at anyone. I don’t know who came up with that statement but it’s to get your attention for something important. Hopefully this solves this issue. 2-HEAT ADVISORY AGAIN TODAY IN EFFECT FROM 1PM UNTIL 9 PM. EXTREME CAUTION IS ADVISED. 3-UPDATE ON THE VANCE WSR-88D WEATHER RADAR LOCATED AT KEGELMAN FIELD. THIS RADAR RECENTLY WENT DOWN. IT HAS [...]
WEDNESDAY JUNE 27, 2018
0423L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/27/18 1-WE ARE UNDER A “HEAT ADVISORY” TODAY FROM 1PM UNTIL 9PM. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHILE WORKING OUTDOORS. 2- Rain chances are out until Saturday/Sunday as it looks right now per guidance. 3-The BURN BAN has been completely lifted as of yesterday. 4-Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; TODAY-Sunny and hot, with a high near 100. Heat index values as high as 105. Southwest winds 10 to 15 mph [...]
TUESDAY JUNE 26, 2018
0400L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/26/18 1-WOW!! Actually got some sleep last night! This is a good thing. Bad thing is the HEAT is going to return and the heat index will definitely rise. 2-We are in a GENERAL RISK for storms today but chances are very low. We are on the far western periphery of a MARGINAL RISK so until tomorrow, we won’t be totally out of the woods. We’ll see how that mess [...]
