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Public Information Statement

Statement as of 4:33 AM CDT on May 19, 2013


... Review of severe weather safety rules...

An outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected across portions of
eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas late this afternoon and
tonight. Residents across the region should monitor this
situation very closely. Watches and warnings will likely be issued
later today. The potential exists for significant tornadoes... very
large hail up to softball size... and damaging wind in excess of 80
mph across portions of the area.

Here are some safety rules to keep in mind when severe weather is
expected or is occurring...

Before severe weather strikes... ensure that you and your family
are fully prepared. In a home or building have a pre-designated
shelter... such as a basement or an interior room or hallway.
Have on hand a disaster supply kit... including a NOAA Weather
Radio... flashlight... radio and a good supply of batteries. Ensure
that you have multiple ways to receive a warning should one be
issued for your location.

If a severe thunderstorm or Tornado Warning is issued... seek shelter
indoors immediately. A severe thunderstorm is defined as producing
quarter size or greater hail and wind gusts of 58 mph or more. In
extreme cases... severe thunderstorms can produce winds to near 150
mph and hail larger than grapefruits which can cause extensive
property damage.

Tornadoes often form very rapidly from severe thunderstorms. If
you are in a Tornado Watch... and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is
issued for your area... monitor local conditions closely and be
ready to take quick action to save your life.

Remember that lightning is a thunderstorms most underrated killer.
Postpone outdoor activities if thunderstorms are imminent. This
is the best way to avoid being caught in a dangerous situation.
Automobiles offer good protection from lightning... although moving
indoors is best. Even inside... lighting can kill by coming through
the phone lines... plumbing and electric lines. Therefore do not
use computers... telephones or other hand held appliances during a
storm.

Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio... commercial radio or television
for the latest on this developing severe weather event. Additional
weather information... including related graphics can be found at
weather.Gov/Tulsa.


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