A weak cold front draped from west-central into northeast Oklahoma was the focus for afternoon and evening severe thunderstorms. Numerous wind gusts over 70 mph were reported, with a maximum measured gust of 96 mph reported near Lahoma. Widespread wind damage was reported with several of the wind gusts, including over the northern Oklahoma City metro area. The thunderstorms dwindled in coverage over the mid evening hours with the loss of daytime heating and mid-level support.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:55:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDMOND
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Oklahoma county emergency management surveyed wind damage near Rockwell Avenue and Memorial Road. One home sustained roof damage. A large power pole was blown down and shattered. Eleven other power poles and associated lines were blown down. Several fences were blown down. The damage extended about a half of a mile to the south, with damage extending about 100 yards on either side of Rockwell Avenue. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: (PWA)WILEY POST APT
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The facade of a shopping center collapsed, trapping a worker underneath it. The worker was soon freed, but sustained minor injuries. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: BETHANY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous fences and power poles were blown down. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:44:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:44:00 (CST-6)
Location: (TIK)TINKER AFB
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:41:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: (TIK)TINKER AFB
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:55:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: (TIK)TINKER AFB
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:00:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ENID
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Reported by: Newspaper

Several trees and large tree limbs were blown down. Power poles were also snapped or blown down. Minor roof damage also occurred at this location. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:40:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: PERRY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 6.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several power lines were downed, some of which caused small fires. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:25:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: CASHION
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A mobile home was blown onto its side on the south side of town. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 19:25:00 to 08-AUG-11 19:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: OKLAHOMA CITY
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: COYLE
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 53.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:10:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 58.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:14:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in CUSTER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEATHERFORD
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Reported by: Public

The damage began a few miles south and west of Weatherford. Numerous power poles were blown down as the wind approached Weatherford. Two semi-tractor trailers and two automobiles were blown off of I-40 near mile mark 80. A little south of Weatherford, 30 to 40 power poles were downed, transformers were blown, and larger tree branches were snapped. Some minor damage was also reported to the wind farm near Weatherford. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Newspaper

Several large branches, along with numerous smaller branches were blown down. Part of the facades at two businesses were ripped off. Power was knocked out to over 3800 residents. Some of the debris knocked down power lines, which caused a few structure fires. One home was completely destroyed by the fire. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in CANADIAN, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:35:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: PIEDMONT
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

One home sustained major damage. At least 40 other structures, including about 20 homes, sustained some form of damage. An awning at a gas station was blown down. Several trees and large tree limbs were blown down. Numerous fences were blown down. A large transmission power pole, and several other smaller poles/lines were blown down. The majority of town was without power for several hours. Monetary damages were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:43:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDMOND
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A residence lost 90% of its roof. The debris was scattered approximately 100 yards to the east. A metal barn east of the house was completely destroyed. Other barns and farm and outbuildings to the east were also damaged. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in OKLAHOMA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:50:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDMOND
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

An off-duty NWS employee estimated the winds at 60 to 70 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A tree was blown over and several large tree limbs were snapped on the campus of Oklahoma State University. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOGAN, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:20:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: COYLE
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:20:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:23:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: OKARCHE
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in CLEVELAND, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 20:35:00 to 08-AUG-11 20:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE THUNDERBIRD DAM
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

The tops of two trees were snapped and a couple of medium sized trees were blown over across the road. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:10:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: HENNESSEY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Several limbs and power lines were blown down. A few small fires were started as a result. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:40:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: OKARCHE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A power pole was snapped about 3 feet above the ground. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:25:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: PERRY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SHAVE Project

Tree branches 6-7 inches in diameter were blown down. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: (END)VANCE AFB ENID
Magnitude: 61.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:05:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: BILLINGS
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:23:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: FAIRMONT
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A large portion of the roof at the Lutheran Church was destroyed. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:25:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: KINGFISHER
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A couple of large barns were heavily damaged. Several power poles and trees were also snapped near this location. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:35:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: KINGFISHER
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The roof at the hospital was damaged. One home sustained major damage and numerous power poles/lines were downed over a 5 block area. The power was knocked out to the city as a result. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:35:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: PERRY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A mobile home was blown onto its side, injuring one person inside .Fence panels and large limbs were blown down. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:50:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED ROCK
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:55:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAKE CARL BLACKWELL DAM
Magnitude: 60.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The wind gust was measured at the Orlando mesonet site.

Thunderstorm Wind in KAY, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:00:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PONCA CITY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Four large hail bales were rolled across the street. Power poles were also downed at this location. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:00:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KINGFISHER
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 6.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous power poles were downed. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in PAYNE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 18:03:00 to 08-AUG-11 18:03:00 (CST-6)
Location: STILLWATER
Magnitude: 70.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in ALFALFA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 16:40:00 to 08-AUG-11 16:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: GOLTRY
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 4.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several trees sustained damage around town. Monetary damages were estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALFALFA, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 16:45:00 to 08-AUG-11 16:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GOLTRY
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several outbuildings were destroyed. Numerous trees were also heavily damaged. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in BLAINE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 16:45:00 to 08-AUG-11 16:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: OKEENE
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

No damage was reported with the wind gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 16:50:00 to 08-AUG-11 16:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAHOMA
Magnitude: 83.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:00:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAUKOMIS
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several 80-foot transmission poles and power lines were downed. Six residences were damaged from the falling power lines. Monetary damage estimates were not available.

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:01:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:01:00 (CST-6)
Location: (END)VANCE AFB ENID
Magnitude: 55.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 17:45:00 to 08-AUG-11 17:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED ROCK
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Thunderstorm Wind in GARFIELD, OKLAHOMA
From 08-AUG-11 16:50:00 to 08-AUG-11 16:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARBER
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SHAVE Project

A few trees were blown down. Several branches 3-5 inches in diameter were snapped. Monetary damages were estimated.