Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Northern McCurtain County, Oklahoma

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Shreveport, LA, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northern McCurtain County in southeastern Oklahoma. The alert is effective immediately and remains in place through the morning commute.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers northern McCurtain County. Impacted locations include:

• Sherwood
• Mount Herman
• Bethel
• Smithville
• Battiest
• Watson
• Pickens
• Plunketville

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to seek shelter inside a well-built structure immediately and stay away from windows. This storm is capable of producing large hail that can cause injury or damage. You are encouraged to report severe weather to your nearest law enforcement agency or the National Weather Service office in Shreveport.

Expected Conditions

Radar indicates a severe thunderstorm located 27 miles northwest of Broken Bow, moving east-northeast at 50 mph. The primary hazards include:

• Hail: Quarter-sized hail (up to 1.00 inch) is expected, which will likely cause damage to vehicles.
• Wind: Wind gusts are estimated to reach up to 50 MPH.

Timeline

The warning was issued at 8:14 AM CDT on March 9, 2026. The alert is scheduled to expire at 9:00 AM CDT as the storm system moves through the region.