June 2018
MONDAY JUNE 25, 2018
0340L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/25/18 1- Another round of severe weather occurred a few hours ago bringing with it winds around 50 mph and ¾ to 1 inch of additional rainfall. A few more trees are down around the area so be careful if you encounter one. 2- As stated in previous posts, please report your damage to us by email mike@gcem.org or use the damage report icon on our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. [...]
1900 LOCAL TIME SUNDAY EVENING UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. 1- WE EXPECT ANOTHER ROUND OF SEVERE WEATHER LATE TONIGHT. TIMING IS ROUGHLY FROM 0100-0400 LOCAL TIME. Strong winds possibly to 80 mph and hail possibly to the size of golf balls are possible along with torrential rainfall. 2- There will most likely be a threat for some localized flooding so be careful out there if you happen to be driving around. 3-Since the rain [...]
SUNDAY JUNE 24, 2018
0355L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/24/18 1- AT 0320 THIS MORNING WE HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH SEVERE WEATHER. THE MAIN ISSUE HAS BEEN THE WIND. WE’VE HAVE HAD WIND GUSTS UP TO 74 MPH PER THE BRECKENRIDGE MESONET SITE AS OF RIGHT NOW. WIND GUSTS FROM VAFB WERE AT 67MPH. I HAVE HAD NO REPORTS OF MAJOR DAMAGE FROM ANYONE OTHER THAN SOME POWERLINES DOWN IN A FEW AREAS. 2- We will focus on later [...]
SATURDAY JUNE 23, 2018
0430L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/23/18 1-WE ARE IN A MARGINAL RISK FOR MORE SEVERE WEATHER LATER TODAY. The brunt of it appears to affect the southeast area of the state. Since there is ongoing convection this morning, targeting an exact area of storm initiation later today is difficult per guidance so this info will change as the day progresses. 2- As many found out that went to the lake, severe winds, and hail can [...]
FRIDAY JUNE 22,2018
0355L-FRIDAY INFO FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/22/18 1- WE ARE IN AN “ENHANCED AND SLIGHT RISK AREA FOR SEVERE WEATHER LATER TODAY AND OVERNIGHT. The tornado threat is very low but large hail and winds to 80 mph are possible. A lot depends on where the (MCS) MESO CONVECTIVE SYSTEM tracks later tonight. There is also a slight chance for thunderstorms this morning. We’ll keep an eye out on this too. 2- See graphs below [...]
THURSDAY JUNE 21, 2018
0420L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/21/18 1- ANOTHER WARM/HOT DAY WITH RAIN CHANCES GOING UP FRIDAY AND SATURDAY. 2- For today, we are in a GENERAL THUNDERSTORM RISK AREA. Basically hit and miss if storms occur. 3- Stay aware of how you’re feeling if you’re outdoors. The heat and humidity could be an issue. 4- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Thursday-10% chance for isolated showers before 7am. Sunny with a high near 91. [...]
WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 2018
0430L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/20/18 1- We are in a GENERAL RISK for severe weather today. The Meso Convective System affecting us right now and for a while this morning will continue ESE and weaken per guidance. The higher risk for severe weather will be ESE of here today. See graph. Our next risk for severe weather comes in on Friday. We’ll see what happens. 2- Overall, we’ll be ok. Enjoy the rain. 3-Here [...]
TUESDAY JUNE 19, 2018
0415L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/19/18 1-THE HEAT IS STILL ON. HIGH AROUND 91 WITH A HEAT INDEX IN THE MID TO UPPER 90’S. 2- Rain chances are going up for us later tonight into Wednesday and Wednesday night. There is an outside chance for a stray storm tonight but don’t hold your breath. Just continue to enjoy the heat as winter will be coming in just about 4-5 months. 3- Remember to stay hydrated [...]
MONDAY JUNE 18, 2018
0400L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/18/18 1- The heat continues. High today in the low 90s with heat index values in the upper 90s. As always, pace yourselves while working outside as humidity will increase. NO RAIN expected today. 2- As it looks right now, rain chances are increasing but there are still some differences in the models. We’ll take each day as it comes and adjust as needed. Just be prepared for heavy rain [...]
SUNDAY JUNE 17, 2018
0405L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/17/18 1- THE VANCE WSR-88D WEATHER RADAR-KVNX- IS DOWN UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. 2- HUMID AND HOT TODAY. REMEMBER TO PACE YOURSELVES WHILE OUTDOORS. 3-Be sure and download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. If you don’t have it, you’re not prepared. 4- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Sunday-Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Heat index values as high as 98. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts [...]
SATURDAY JUNE 16, 2018
0410L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/16/18 1- SUNNY, HOT, AND WINDY conditions will persist through most of the weekend. Rain possibilities, per guidance will remain out in western Oklahoma, IF they occur later today. 2- As stated yesterday, as answered in several emails, rain chances right now for next week remain nominal. Models are still not in agreement. We’ll see how that mess works out. 3- Be careful today if you plan on being outdoors. [...]
FRIDAY JUNE 15, 2018
0415L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/15/18 JUNE 15TH!! TIME IS MOVING TOO FAST!! Just think, it will be winter before we know it.. 1- Hot again today with the blow torch effect (wind). 2- The Drought Monitor is out and we are now split between a Moderate and Severe drought conditions. Moderate is the eastern half and severe is the western half of our county. 3-High humidity will roll back in here late this weekend. [...]
THURSDAY JUNE 14, 2018
0400L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/14/18 1- HEAT will be the issue through the weekend. If you have had Heat Exhaustion or even a Heat Stroke issue in the past, you need to be VERY CAREFUL while outdoors. It won’t take long for those effects to reinstate themselves in you. Once these issues have occurred, even a mild case of either, it can take years to overcome the symptoms. BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL OUTSIDE IN THE [...]
WEDNESDAY JUNE 18, 2018
0415L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/13/18 1-We are in a GENERAL RISK for thunderstorms today. Chances are sitting at about 20% of any storms happening. Wind and hail along with torrential rainfall would be the threats “IF” storms occur. 2- Between 2315L and 0100L overnight, we had a small line of noisemakers across the county that gave us just enough rain to give the bugs a drink of water. It’ll just add to the humidity [...]
TUESDAY JUNE 12, 2018
0420L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/12/18 1- SLIGHT RISK FOR SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS ANYTIME BETWEEN 4PM TODAY AND 4 AM WEDNESDAY MORNING. RISKS-HAIL TO THE SIZE OF GOLF BALLS AND WINDS FROM 60-80MPH. THE TORNADO RISK IS VERY LOW BUT “NOT” OUT OF THE QUESTION BY ANY MEANS. 2-The HEAT will be the major issue today with highs in the mid 90’s and the heat index in the low 100’s. PACE yourselves while working outside in [...]
MONDAY JUNE 11, 2018
0355L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/11/18 1- We are in a SLIGHT RISK for severe weather later today. Timing, per the graph is from roughly 4-10 pm. As of right now for Tuesday, we’ll be in a MARGINAL RISK. 2-We will be dealing with a cold front. It won’t cool things off too much BUT it will give us a chance for strong winds and hail both today and tomorrow. Everything depends on where it [...]
SUNDAY JUNE 10, 2018
0420L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/10/18 1-HOT!! NEED I SAY MORE? 2-We are in a GENERAL RISK, (20%) for thunderstorms late tonight. Monday and Tuesday, we will be in a MARGINAL RISK for some severe weather. If it occurs, winds will be the main threat along with some hail. 3- Pace yourselves out there as the heat can be a bit tough on you. Make sure you have plenty of water and Gatorade type products. [...]
SATURDAY JUNE 9, 2018
0425L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/9/18 1- Main word for today, HOT. We will average in the mid to upper 90’s for the next 7 days so be prepared for that. 2- We are in a General Risk for thunderstorms meaning storms could form anywhere if they can break the CAP which at this point, looks unlikely. Our next best chance will be Monday as a front moves into the area. 3-Drought wise, Garfield County [...]
FRIDAY JUNE 8, 2018
0425L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-6/8/18 1- No “major” risks for thunderstorms today or tonight. We are in a GENERAL risk meaning they could occur anywhere around the area but the main issue will be the HEAT. See the forecast below for percentages. 2- After all the rainfall, I received ¾ of an inch here at home. Kremlin received 3 inches. Drummond received ½ inch. Please send me your rain totals from yesterday to my [...]
THURSDAY NOON-6/7/18
6/7/18 NOON HOUR UPDATE FROM ENID/GARFIELD COUNTY E.M. The STORM PREDICTION CENTER has upgraded the storm threat this afternoon to a Slight Risk out west. We are expecting more storms here but they will most likely form out west and possibly move in our direction. We'll just have to wait and see where they form and then adjust accordingly. Main threats if more storms occur is hail and wind. See graph below. There is clearing out [...]
