Pottawatomie County Emergency Management

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Hot and humid conditions are expected across the area Sunday afternoon and evening, with temperatures climbing into the ...
05/31/2026

Hot and humid conditions are expected across the area Sunday afternoon and evening, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid-90s across our county. While these temperatures are not unusual for late May, the combination of heat and humidity can increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for anyone spending extended time outdoors.

☀ī¸ Heat Safety Tips:
💧 Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
🏖ī¸ Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
🚗 Never leave children or pets unattended in a vehicle.
⏰ Limit strenuous outdoor activities to the early morning or evening when possible.

If you have outdoor plans, be sure to stay hydrated, check on vulnerable family members and neighbors, and keep an eye on your pets.

Good news! Our County is no longer under a Marginal Risk for severe weather this evening.We hope everyone enjoys a safe,...
05/31/2026

Good news! Our County is no longer under a Marginal Risk for severe weather this evening.

We hope everyone enjoys a safe, relaxing, and wonderful weekend!

Updated graphics and timing information indicate the marginal potential for strong to severe thunderstorms across our ar...
05/30/2026

Updated graphics and timing information indicate the marginal potential for strong to severe thunderstorms across our area this afternoon and evening. Our county is located in Area 2.

🕒 Timing
â€ĸ Earliest Start: 5:00 PM
â€ĸ Most Likely Timing: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
â€ĸ Ending By: 10:00 PM

🌩ī¸ Potential Hazards
â€ĸ Very low tornado potential
â€ĸ Hail up to golf ball size
â€ĸ Wind gusts up to 75 mph

➡ī¸ Storms are expected to move to the northeast at 20–25 mph.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across Pottawatomie County from 4 PM to 10 PM this afternoon and evening.A m...
05/30/2026

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across Pottawatomie County from 4 PM to 10 PM this afternoon and evening.

A majority of the county is under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather. Potential hazards include:

đŸŒĒī¸ Very low tornado potential
🧊 Hail up to golf ball size
💨 Wind gusts up to 70 mph

Now is a good time to review your severe weather safety plan, ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, and stay weather aware throughout the afternoon and evening.

We will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

⚠ī¸ Severe Weather Update – Friday Evening into Early Saturday MorningThe latest guidance from the National Weather Servi...
05/29/2026

⚠ī¸ Severe Weather Update – Friday Evening into Early Saturday Morning

The latest guidance from the National Weather Service continues to indicate a risk for severe thunderstorms across Pottawatomie County this evening. Our county is located in Area 2, with the most likely timeframe for severe weather occurring between 6 PM and 11 PM, and storms exiting the area by 1 AM Saturday.

Potential Hazards:
đŸŒĒī¸ Very low tornado potential
🧊 Hail up to golf ball size
💨 Wind gusts up to 70 mph

Storms are expected to move northeast at 20–25 mph.

Now is the time to review your severe weather safety plan and ensure you have multiple ways to receive warnings, especially if storms occur after dark. Continue monitoring forecasts and be prepared to take action if warnings are issued.

We will continue to provide updates as conditions warrant. Stay weather aware this evening.

Our county remains under a marginal risk for severe weather this evening into tonight. Storms are expected to develop af...
05/29/2026

Our county remains under a marginal risk for severe weather this evening into tonight. Storms are expected to develop after 5 PM, with the most likely timing between 7 PM and 11 PM, ending by around 1 AM.

Potential hazards include:
â€ĸ Very low tornado potential
â€ĸ Hail up to golf ball size
â€ĸ Wind gusts up to 65 mph

Storm motion will be to the northeast at 20–25 mph. Stay weather aware this evening and have multiple ways to receive warnings.

05/29/2026

Non-severe thunderstorms are tracking toward our county this morning. Storm motion is east to east-southeast. While severe weather is not expected, lightning and heavy rainfall are still possible hazards.

Remember: When thunder roars, go indoors. Stay weather aware and avoid outdoor activities when thunderstorms are nearby.

We have a Marginal Risk of severe weather from 4 PM to 10 PM this afternoon and evening. Potential hazards include a ver...
05/29/2026

We have a Marginal Risk of severe weather from 4 PM to 10 PM this afternoon and evening. Potential hazards include a very low tornado potential, hail up to golf ball size, and wind gusts up to 65 mph.

Stay weather aware this evening and make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings. Monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take shelter if warnings are issued.

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Friday afternoon and evening between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM.🌩 Threats include:...
05/28/2026

Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible Friday afternoon and evening between 4:00 PM and 10:00 PM.

🌩 Threats include:
🟡 Large hail up to golf ball size
🟡 Damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph
🟡 Very low tornado potential

The overall risk remains Marginal (Level 1 of 5), but any storm that becomes severe could produce hazardous conditions.

✅ Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.
✅ Review your severe weather safety plan.
✅ Know where to seek shelter if warnings are issued.
✅ Stay weather aware and monitor forecasts throughout the day.

Pottawatomie County Emergency Management will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as needed.

Address

13503 Acme Road
Shawnee, OK
74804

Telephone

+14058782332

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