Oklahoma Weather Radio Outage: What You Need to Know (June 2024)

Oklahoma residents relying on NOAA weather radios experienced a temporary service disruption from June 4th to June 5th, 2024, due to mandated computer system upgrades by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Norman. While the outage affected a significant portion of the state, including areas like Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and surrounding regions, the NWS assured the public that essential weather warnings and forecasts remained available through alternative channels.

The NWS Norman office, along with approximately 20 other offices nationwide, underwent scheduled maintenance impacting radio transmitters in Oklahoma and western North Texas. Affected cities included Ardmore, Atoka, Chickasha, Clinton, Enid, Lawton, Altus, Oklahoma City, Ponca City, Wichita Falls, Wewoka, Stillwater, and Woodward. Despite the outage, the NWS reported that the majority of Tuesday’s severe weather warnings were successfully disseminated, and no significant service complaints were received.

Rick Smith, Warning Coordination Meteorologist in Norman, emphasized that the upgrades were essential for system improvement. A backup office in Tulsa ensured the continued delivery of critical weather information, including watches, warnings, and forecasts. The NWS stressed the importance of having multiple sources for receiving weather alerts, recommending the use of weather apps, broadcast media, and emergency alerts on mobile devices.

Erica Grow Cei, NWS spokesperson, reiterated that the outage was planned and that the NWS was well-prepared. Neighboring forecast offices also provided assistance during the maintenance period, ensuring the timely dissemination of crucial weather information. The NWS emphasized their commitment to providing accurate and timely weather information to the public through various platforms even during system upgrades. The service was fully restored by June 6th, 2024.

This scheduled maintenance highlights the importance of diversifying your sources for weather information. Staying informed during severe weather events is critical, and having backup methods for receiving alerts can ensure your safety and preparedness.

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