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Altus Emergency Management Twitter account is for non-emergent public information. If you have an emergency, you should call 911.

[Altusem @AltusReady]

Would you subscribe to Alert Altus please? #AltusOK https://t.co/q7thnfqVuj Don't forget to keep your information current

[Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) @okem]

Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected across Oklahoma late Tuesday afternoon and continuing through Thursday morning. Heavy rain is also expected, with flash flooding possible in some areas.
Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to receive alerts! #ReadyOK #okwx

[kc5fm @kc5fm]

US-183/Mather Ave. closes at SH-5C in Manitou, Tillman Co. through mid-October
Northbound and southbound US-183/Mather Ave. will be closed in both directions at SH-5C in Manitou, Tillman Co. through mid-October for work scheduled by BNSF. Roadway will remain closed until operations are complete.
Drivers should locate an alternate route and expect delays.

#roadtrip @OKDOT

[kc5fm @kc5fm]

Weekly VoIP Hurricane Prep Net Cancelled Due to Monitoring for Tropical Storm Lala – Expected to Become a Hurricane near the Big Island of Hawaii – VoIP Hurricane Net https://t.co/qv4v7LqWiH #Skywarn

[kc5fm @kc5fm]

@OKForestService #SitRep

Red Flag Warning in effect today beginning midday through the evening hours in far northwestern and western-tier counties due to the potential for dry lightning during the late afternoon and evening hours. Wildfires occurring in the vicinity of thunderstorms may be subjected to outflow winds prompting erratic fire behavior including rapid acceleration of fire spread and abrupt changes in spread direction. Elevated fire weather is expected across the western half of Oklahoma today with excessive heat and continued dry conditions. Please avoid all outdoor activities that may spark a wildfire today!

Firefighters:
• Hydrate early and often.
• Anticipate problematic fire behavior including torching and spotting.
• Ensure all resources identify escape routes to safety zones.
• Avoid frontal attack on moving wildfires.
• Take a minute to make a plan rather than making a plan each minute.

To view the full Situation Report, please follow this link: https://t.co/R3yh2ypUJi
#okwx #okfire

[WX5EM @wx5em]

Westbound US-62 will narrow to one lane west of SH-54 from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday for safety device repair. Drivers should use caution and expect delays in the area. 

#roadtrip #AltusOK #LawtonOK

[Drought Center @DroughtCenter]

Happy Memorial Day weekend! It’s that time of year where we encourage photo submissions to the Visual Drought Atlas.

It’s a collection of images showing dry, wet and normal conditions across the US, and it’s all possible thanks to your contributions.

https://t.co/6LK5Ua1qte 📸

[kc5fm @kc5fm]

Emergency communications professional and ARRL Life Member Ross Merlin, WA2WDT, passed away on May 3, 2026. He was 67 years old. https://t.co/6HfJuyjXWT

Before he became a government employee, Merlin was involved in radio communications professionally with the National Disaster Medical Services (NDMS). Within the federal government, he held many positions, including FEMA National Emergency Radio System (FNARS) manager; FEMA Spectrum Manager and Department of Homeland Security Frequency Manager. Merlin was also on the board of the Amateur Radio Safety Foundation (ARSFI), which funds and operates Winlink and helped to build a substantial Winlink network on government radio channels which is still active today.

#hamradio #ARRL #EmComm

[kc5fm @kc5fm]

In 1905, a large, violent F5 tornado cut an erratic path 40 miles long and between one half and 1 mile wide
through extreme Southwest Oklahoma. Of the 97 fatalities, 87 occurred in the small town of Snyder, located about midway between Altus and Fort Sill. Around 250 homes were heavily damaged or destroyed, and many
were swept from their foundations. The tornado's roar was reportedly heard 12 miles away.

Thanks to @NWSWichita for this #OKwx history reminder #Skywarn

[Altusem @AltusReady]

@MissAshes92 I vote no. Too much room for error.

[WX5EM @wx5em]

#APRS #hamradio

[Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) @okem]

⚠️ Severe weather is expected across our state later today, with risks for large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. Stay #WeatherAware, have #MultipleWays to receive alerts that will wake you overnight, and be #Ready to shelter.

[Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) @okem]

A Red Flag Warning will be in effect today for most of the state where the fire danger risk will be Near Critical to Critical.

The State EOC is Activated. Oklahoma Forestry Services, Oklahoma National Guard, and other agencies have resources prepositioned. #okfire

[WX5EM @wx5em]

If you see smoke or people starting fires, do not wait!!! Call 911 with your location and description of the person and vehicle. #OKfire

[WX5EM @wx5em]

Please keep your #OKfire to yourself.

[Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) @okem]

🚨Hot and dry conditions will cause an increased wildfire risk Saturday and Sunday 🔥🔥🔥

@OKForestService reports an uptick in fire response due to escaped debris burning and controlled burns. Outdoor burning of any kind is strongly discouraged this weekend🚫‼️

[Altusem @AltusReady]

@MoorePolice Some people will do anything for attention.

[Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management (OEM) @okem]

Fire weather conditions will increase across much of Oklahoma (especially western areas) and western-north Texas this week due to warm, dry and windy conditions. A Red Flag Warning will be in effect Tuesday. #okfire

[Altusem @AltusReady]

Make your #roadtrip memorable the right way.

[Readygov @Readygov]

Now's a good time to take a look at your car emergency kit and update what's inside! Be sure to replace your supplies of food and water and check to make sure what you do have is not expired. If you regularly update your kit, you’ll be #WinterReady when emergencies strike.

[Altusem @AltusReady]

#Skywarn #WRN

[NWS Norman @NWSNorman]

Mark your calendar! Storm Spotter Training sessions will begin next week. beginning in Stillwater on Feb 5 at 6:30PM. These events are free and open to all ages! For more information, please visit: https://t.co/EHSw1kjKoK

#okwx #texomawx

[NWS Norman @NWSNorman]

October 4th is one of "those" days in Oklahoma. October 4, 1998 brought the greatest October tornado outbreak in history to Oklahoma. 28 tornadoes occurred across Oklahoma that day, more than in any other October outbreak in any state. #okwx https://t.co/LwzbVaN9wE