dailyloe.com – A tornado warning was issued for central Oklahoma on Friday, April 3, 2026, as severe thunderstorms moved through the region. The warning was active until 9:45 PM CDT, according to the National Weather Service. It specifically targeted parts of Grady, Oklahoma, Cleveland, Canadian, and McClain counties.
Areas under immediate threat included Oklahoma City, Norman, Moore, and Midwest City. Other locations like Del City, Newcastle, Mustang, and Tinker Air Force Base were also listed. Residents in these areas were urged to take immediate safety precautions.
The National Weather Service allowed the tornado warnings to expire by 8:45 PM Friday. A severe thunderstorm warning remained in effect for several counties until 9:15 PM. The main threats from these storms were 60 mph wind gusts and nickel-sized hail.
KOCO 5 provided continuous live coverage of the developing situation. Chief Meteorologist Damon Lane and Digital Editor Josh Wallace were credited with the reporting. The station directed viewers to its weather page and mobile apps for further updates.[]
Source: KOCO
