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Severe Weather in the Central Plains; Heavy Rainfall in the Tennessee Valley; Critical Fire Weather in the West

Scattered severe storms capable of large to very large hail, severe wind gusts, and a few tornadoes will be possible across the central Plains this evening. Heavy to excessive rainfall may bring a flooding threat from the Great Lakes to the Mid-South through tonight. Hot, dry and windy conditions will continue to bring a critical fire weather threat from the Southwest into the Great Basin. Read More >

Cooperative Observer Award Photos

Stoll Award presented to Mrs. Lucy Sims, Observer in Hanna Oklahoma. Presenting award are, Mike Teague (DAPM) and Lans Rothfusz (MIC)

Stoll Award presented to Mrs Nettie Perkins, Observer in Fanshawe Oklahoma. Presenting award are Lans Rothfusz (MIC), Mike Teague (DAPM), and Mike Asmus (Regional Coop Manager).

30 Year Length of Service Award presented to Edward Penny, Observer in Tuskahoma Oklahoma. Presenting Award is Mike Teague (DAPM).

15 Year Length of Service Award presented to Lynn Vann, Observer in Short Oklahoma.


15 Year Length of Service Award presented to Helen masterson, Obeserver in Webbers Falls Oklahoma.

15 Year Length of Service Award presented to Lloyd Williams, Observer in Wilburton Oklahoma.

10 Year Length of Service Award presented to Pat Eubanks, Observer in Lyons Oklahoma.