Colby Ward

@RugsWXApr 14

We've got multiple chances for showers and storms coming up over the next several days, some of which could be severe! Check out this extended video forecast as we go in-depth on the timing and specific severe risks you need to know! #ARwx #NWAnews

2,270

R A W S A L E R T S · Apr 11, 2026 · 12:13 AM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsApr 11

🚨#BREAKING: Splashdown! NASA’s Artemis II crew of four has officially returned back to Earth safely after reentering Earth’s atmosphere, completing their 10-day mission, making history with a successful journey around the Moon and capturing breathtaking images along the way

101

402

5,163

214,322

R A W S A L E R T S · Apr 6, 2026 · 10:48 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsApr 6

🚨#BREAKING: As the Artemis II crew approaches their closest point to the Moon, a breathtaking view unfolds with Earth slowly setting over the lunar horizon in the distance. The crew is now preparing to lose communications for approximately 40 minutes as they pass behind the Moon.

122

267

3,105

239,158

R A W S A L E R T S · Apr 3, 2026 · 2:56 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsApr 3

🚨#BREAKING: A Stunning new image has been released as it was captured by the Artemis II crew reveals Earth from deep space, as they continue their historic journey around the Moon.

Image from R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts)

608

637

9,129

431,721

R A W S A L E R T S · Apr 1, 2026 · 11:50 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsApr 1

🚨#BREAKING: Watch incredible footage captured from passengers on an airliner above Florida, showing the exact moment the Artemis II mission lifts off carrying four astronauts on its journey around the Moon as they make history

465

4,263

192

31,709

1,774,759

NWS Tulsa · Mar 13, 2026 · 6:16 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@NWStulsaMar 13

[1:15 PM 3/13/26] Gusty northwesterly winds will develop behind a cold front Sunday. Widespread gusts of 40 to 60 mph are likely across the area which will blow around loose objects and make travel difficult on east-west roadways. #okwx #arwx

ALT Map showing max wind gusts on Sunday of 40 to 60 mile per hour across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas.

2,178

NWS Tulsa · Mar 11, 2026 · 1:20 AM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@NWStulsaMar 11

[8:10pm 3/10/26] Here is the latest severe weather outlook for this evening and tonight. We now see a broader area at risk for very large hail and strong wind. #okwx #arwx

[8:10pm 3/10/26] We have upgraded the severe threat for tonight, with a broader area susceptible to both significant hail and wind. A significant line of storms is expected to move through eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas this evening and overnight tonight. Secure loose items and have multiple ways to receive alerts overnight.

ALT [8:10pm 3/10/26] We have upgraded the severe threat for tonight, with a broader area susceptible to both significant hail and wind. A significant line of storms is expected to move through eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas this evening and overnight tonight. Secure loose items and have multiple ways to receive alerts overnight.

5,083

R A W S A L E R T S · Mar 10, 2026 · 11:48 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsMar 10

🚨#BREAKING: At this time a A Confirmed large and extremely violent tornado is on the ground doing damage with apple size Hail 📌#Kankakee | #Illinois The National Weather Service has issued a PDS Tornado Warning, meaning a Particularly Dangerous Situation, as a confirmed large and extremely violent tornado is currently on the ground that has already passed Kankakee, Illinois and is now heading toward Hopkins Park and Sun River Terrace. Reports also indicate large hail up to the size of apples associated with this dangerous storm. Once again, a confirmed large and damaging tornado is on the ground, and residents in the path of this storm should take shelter immediately by moving to a basement or the lowest level of a sturdy building and staying away from windows, as this is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation. Second video by @BrandonCopicWx

134

1,011

117

5,698

647,287

Josh Rugger · Mar 10, 2026 · 4:45 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@RugsWXMar 10

The newest convective outlook has upgraded our threat for seeing a strong tornado or two throughout the evening and overnight hours tonight. While not everyone will see severe storms, it is important to stay weather aware as storms could take off quickly. #ARwx #NWANews

5,022

NWS Tulsa · Mar 7, 2026 · 6:02 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@NWStulsaMar 7

To wrap up Severe Weather Awareness Week, an easy way to submit your storm reports to us is IRIS. We use your storm reports in real-time to make our warnings better and catalog them for use in emergency management mitigation efforts and weather research. #okwx #arwx

ALT IRIS: Submit Storm Reports Online.

1,676

NWS Tulsa · Mar 7, 2026 · 4:06 AM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@NWStulsaMar 7

[10 pm 3/6/26] A new tornado watch has been issued for parts of eastern OK and western AR until 4 AM Sat morning. A few tornadoes are possible, a couple could be strong. Large hail and damaging wind are also expected with some storms. #okwx #arwx

A tornado watch has been issued for partts of eastern OK and western AR until 4 AM. A few tornadoes are possible, a couple could be strong. Large hail and damaging wind are also expected with some storms.

ALT A tornado watch has been issued for partts of eastern OK and western AR until 4 AM. A few tornadoes are possible, a couple could be strong. Large hail and damaging wind are also expected with some storms.

2,980

Josh Rugger · Mar 6, 2026 · 12:39 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@RugsWXMar 6

An ENHANCED RISK (Level 3/5) of severe weather remains in place across the Ozarks today. Very large hail, destructive winds and a few strong tornadoes will be possible. YOUR Weather Authority Team will keep you safe and informed throughout the day! #ARwx #NWANews

5,095

R A W S A L E R T S · Mar 6, 2026 · 2:58 AM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@rawsalertsMar 6

🚨#BREAKING: Storm Spotters have Confirm Large Wedge Tornado on the Ground doing damage  📌#CleoSprings | #Oklahoma At this time, storm spotters have confirmed a large wedge tornado on the ground near Cleo Springs, Oklahoma, moving toward Goltry. The tornado was spotted by News 9 live storm spotters, with ping-pong ball–sized hail also being reported in the area. This remains an active and dangerous situation, with the tornado confirmed to still be on the ground. Residents in Cleo Springs, Goltry, and surrounding areas should immediately take shelter in a sturdy structure, away from windows. Once again, a confirmed tornado is on the ground, and people in the area should take shelter immediately.

102

637

4,973

393,922

Josh Rugger · Mar 5, 2026 · 5:51 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@RugsWXMar 5

The Newest Day 2 Outlook from the Storm Prediction Center has significantly upgraded the tornado and hail potential over a large part of Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley for tomorrow evening. Stay weather aware as we get closer to tomorrow. #ARwx #NWANews

2,421

NWS Tulsa · Mar 4, 2026 · 10:41 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@NWStulsaMar 4

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas until 11 PM CST

This graphic displays Severe Thunderstorm watch number 12 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 11:00 PM CST. The watch includes parts of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The threats associated with this watch are a couple tornadoes possible, scattered hail up to ping pong size likely and scattered gusts up to 70 mph likely. There are 9,402,015 people in the watch along with 2771 schools and 187 hospitals.

ALT This graphic displays Severe Thunderstorm watch number 12 plotted on a map. The watch is in effect until 11:00 PM CST. The watch includes parts of Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas. The threats associated with this watch are a couple tornadoes possible, scattered hail up to ping pong size likely and scattered gusts up to 70 mph likely. There are 9,402,015 people in the watch along with 2771 schools and 187 hospitals.

1,225

NWS Tulsa · Mar 4, 2026 · 2:38 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

Storm Tracker Mike Scantlin

@NWStulsaMar 4

[8:35 AM 3/4/26] Showers and a line of thunderstorms continue across NE OK this morning. This activity will expand into E and SE OK as well as NW AR through the morning hours. Storms could become strong to severe producing large hail or gusty winds. #okwx #arwx

Radar image showing showers and thunderstorms across eastern Oklahoma into northwest Arkansas. Storms could become strong to severe through the morning hours.

ALT Radar image showing showers and thunderstorms across eastern Oklahoma into northwest Arkansas. Storms could become strong to severe through the morning hours.

1,556

Storm Tracker Mike Scantlin · Mar 1, 2026 · 9:25 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@theScantmanMar 1

Well that’s more than I was expecting to see this morning

Image from Storm Tracker Mike Scantlin (@theScantman)

595

46,356

Josh Rugger · Feb 27, 2026 · 3:06 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted

@RugsWXFeb 27

While the weather will hit a home run over the next couple of days, a MASSIVE pattern change will bring multiple chances for rain next week! Check out this morning video forecast to see the latest timing for those storms! #ARwx #NWANews #arkansas #fyp

1,352

NWS Tulsa · Feb 9, 2026 · 1:15 PM UTC

Colby Ward retweeted