February 2018
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28, 2018
0345L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/28/18 1- DENSE FOG ADVISORY UNTIL 4AM THIS MORNING. The FOG may persist until 0900L or so. Be careful and drive carefully. DON’T OVERDRIVE YOUR VISIBILITY!! 2- We have a cold front that will push into the area later this morning or early this afternoon so be prepared for that particular wind shift and we will cool off a bit. 3- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Wednesday-Widespread fog [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 27, 2018
0415L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/27/17 1-Keeping this short and sweet once again, we are in an area where we could see some showers and possibly a thunderstorm later today. We aren’t expecting anything severe but there may be a boom or two if storms make it up this far. Either way, we do need the rain. 2-That said, here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Tuesday-40 percent chance of showers after noon. Cloudy, with [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 26, 2018
0321L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/26/18 1-SHORT AND SWEET FOR TODAY. There will be a chance for rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. 2- Here is your forecast from the NWS/NORMAN; Monday-Sunny with a high near 63. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 15 gusting to 20 mph in the morning. Monday Night-Mostly clear with a low around 41. South wind 10 to 15 mph. Download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app. You’ll need it [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 25, 2018
0415L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/25/18 1-ENJOY TODAY AND MONDAY. SOAK UP SOME SUN THEN MORE RAIN IS POSSIBLY ON THE WAY 2-Thundershowers are possible on Tuesday around the area and some severe weather on Wednesday in the SE quadrant of the state. Still a few variables out there in the models so we’ll just wait and see how Mother Nature sets up then deal with it. 3-Since the BURN BAN has been lifted, if [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2018
0420L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/24/18 1- THE “GOVERNOR’S” BURN BAN HAS BEEN LIFTED FOR ALL BUT 16 COUNTIES. 6 OTHER COUNTIES HAVE A “COUNTY”BURN BAN IN EFFECT. HERE IS A LINK TO THAT INFO: http://www.forestry.ok.gov/burn-ban-info 2- There is a threat for severe weather in southeastern Oklahoma so if you plan on traveling that way, check your forecast!! It’s still slick up north too. Check the forecast before traveling. ALSO, if you go to our [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2018
0405L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/23/18 WHAT A WEEK AND WATCH OUT FOR PATCHY FREEZING FOG THIS MORNING. It may not look slick out there but it is. 1- High temps are expected to reach the low to mid 40’s today but early this morning the fog may present some new sliding around issues. If driving this a.m., use EXTREME CAUTION. 2- Rain chances return tonight and during the morning on Saturday. We should remain [...]
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2018
0410L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/22/18 I stepped outside, I looked out the window and observed the precip on the ground and can verify there’s ice everywhere! Stay home if possible. 1- WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN EXTENDED INTO THIS AFTERNOON UNTIL 1500L (3PM). GETTING ABOVE FREEZING TODAY MAY NOT HAPPEN. Freezing drizzle and possibly some freezing rain will continue to fall off and on for most of the day worsening conditions. Road crews will [...]
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2018
0415L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/21/18 **WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 0600L THIS MORNING UNTIL 2400L TONIGHT. ** 1- We can expect roughly 1/10th of an inch of ice and possibly more this afternoon and possibly more tonight. EVERYONE should prepare for this. DON’T PANIC but at least be prepared for the possibility of a few power outages. This event isn’t major but it could cause some inconveniences’ here and there for a little [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2018
0415L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/20/18 1-WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM THIS AFTERNOON. Freezing precip can be expected early today. Roads and walkways most likely will be affected. Take your time this morning. 2-Showers and thunderstorms may affect us as the morning progresses but keep in mind we are at and below freezing in most areas of the county, thus the winter weather advisory. Another front will push in today re-enforcing the [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2018
0415L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/19/18 1-We are in a MARGINAL RISK for possibly some severe weather later today into the overnight hours. DON’T PANIC!! We’ve been here before and as of right now, our biggest threat would be hail and winds. There are still a few questions on boundaries right now as to where they’ll end up at a given time so this WILL change later today. 2-Download our GARFIELD COUNTY EM app as [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2018
0425L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/18/18 1-Another nice day but with wind. East and westbound traveling may be difficult at times especially with high profile vehicles. Pay close attention to your driving. 2-Several folks were burning trash at their residences around the county yesterday. We are still in BURN BAN. Tickets are available though, if you get caught, possibly up to 1000.00. Just don’t burn!! 3- Another shot of rain is possible on Monday but [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2018
0420L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/17/18 1-A little bit of rain drew hope that water can fall from the sky. This is a good sign that we aren’t doomed. I received 1/8 of an inch of rainfall at the house so let me know if you all received any. SOME IS BETTER THAN NONE. 2- Per forecast guidance, there are low chances of rain at different times this coming week so we can hope we [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2018
0350L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/16/18 1- A few raindrops fell yesterday doing nothing for the drought but making me double check that that moisture wasn’t from birds flying around the area. That has happened to me in the past!! 2- After looking at several rain possibilities forecast-wise, don’t hold your breath for any length of time. Rain will come in time but hopefully before we start losing crops around here. 3- The BURN BAN [...]
THURSDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2018
0415L-THURSDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/15/18 1- ENJOY today because temps will be about 40 degrees cooler tomorrow. Yes, we have a cold front that will push into the area later today. Today’s high will be “around” a windy 80 degrees. 2- Elevated fire conditions are still ongoing so be very careful out there and report any fire to 911 3- The county is split between EXTREME and SEVERE drought conditions. The new monitor should [...]
WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2018
0400L-WEDNESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/14/18 1- There may be some fog around the area early today so slow down some if you encounter it. 2- Precip chances for our area look bleak so we’ll have to wait until next week to see if rain chances actually occur. 3- The FIRE DANGER is real so be extremely careful. The BURN BAN is still in effect and hopefully is extended. If not, we’ll most likely have [...]
TUESDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2018
0350L-TUESDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/13/18 1-WARMER is a key word for the next few days then someone opens the north barn door again. No, I am not clairvoyant but the weather dudes and dolls have a cold front in the forecast coming through the area late Thursday. Highs on Friday will be in the 30’s. I need a very strong PADLOCK for that NORTH door. There is a chance, “though slight”, that we could [...]
MONDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2018
0345L-MONDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-02/12/18 KEY WORDS FOR THE WEEK—WARMER-BURN BAN-FIRE DANGER-MAYBE RAIN 1- We will slowly warm up and by Wednesday we should see temps near 70. 2- Thursday night-low chance for a rain/snow event- many variables so don’t hold your breath. 3- Burn Ban still in effect. NO outdoor burning. Fire danger is low but be careful. 4- Be sure and get our app-GARFIELD COUNTY EM-you’ll need it very soon. 5- FINALLY, [...]
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2018
0415L-SUNDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-02/11/18 1-COLD AND VERY LIGHT SNOW WILL CONTINUE THIS MORNING. 2- Skies will be slowly clearing around mid-day as the storm system moves out. Just expect continued snow flurries along with cold northerly winds. 3-A warmup into the 60’s is possible by mid-week so those that hate the cold will get a slight reprieve except for the overnight temps. 4-We are under SEVERE drought conditions and the BURN BAN is [...]
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 10, 2018
0405L-SATURDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-021018 WORDS FOR TODAY- COLD AND WINDY 1-At the time of this typing-0330L, its 19 degrees with north winds at 20 mph gusting to 29. Wind chill is 4 degrees. Temps will go up today into the low to mid 20’s but winds will remain fairly strong so remember the WIND CHILL! Cover up if going outdoors. 2- It appears that if we see any precip, it will be light [...]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2018
0400L-FRIDAY UPDATE FROM GARFIELD COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT-2/9/18 1-We’ll be cooler today and winds will become northerly as a cold front moves through the area. It will be very cold all weekend. Winds will make it seem substantially colder so take the necessary precautions. There is a very slight chance for some light freezing drizzle so keep an eye out there too. It doesn’t take much freezing precip to ruin someone’s day. For the most part, the [...]
