11/02/2026
NOVEMBER 2ND - UPDATED WEATHER ADVISORY FROM PONCA CITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT:
⛈️ PONCA CITY: SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE TODAY AND TONIGHT — MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Ponca City is in an Enhanced Risk (Level 3 of 5) for severe thunderstorms. The National Weather Service identifies damaging winds and tornadoes as the main concerns, with large hail also possible. Some tornadoes could be strong.
🕐 Possible Timing for Ponca City — Area 2:
-Earliest storms possible: 1:00 p.m.
-Most likely window: 5:00–10:00 p.m.
-Storms expected to end by: 1:00 a.m. Tuesday.
-The most intense storms are expected during the evening and overnight. More than one round of storms is possible, so continue monitoring conditions after the first storms pass.
⚠️Potential hazards:
-Damaging wind gusts up to 75 mph
-Hail up to golf-ball size
-Tornadoes, including the potential for strong tornadoes
-Storms will move quickly toward the east-northeast at 40–50 mph, making it important to receive warnings and be ready to shelter promptly.
📱 Take time now to prepare:
- Have multiple ways to receive warnings, including Wireless Emergency Alerts and a NOAA Weather Radio. Keep phones charged and alerts enabled overnight.
- Know where you will shelter at home, work, or during evening activities. Choose a basement or small interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building, away from windows.
- Plan ahead if you live in a mobile home or will be outdoors so you can reach sturdy shelter before storms arrive.
- If a tornado warning is issued for your location, take shelter immediately. Do not wait to see a tornado or hear an outdoor siren.
Ponca City Emergency Management will continue monitoring National Weather Service updates and share additional information as conditions warrant.
Stay weather aware this afternoon and tonight.
