NWS issues tornado warnings in Oklahoma and Texas
Condados de Cimarron, Texas, Hartley e Oldham, Estados Unidos · Updated Nov 2, 2026, 2:28 AM (UTC−3) · First recorded Nov 2, 2026, 2:28 AM (UTC−3)
What happened
The United States National Weather Service issued two tornado warnings. The warnings cover counties in Oklahoma and Texas and were scheduled to end at 11:45 p.m. local time as reported.
When: November 1, 2026, at 11:18 p.m. and 11:22 p.m. CST; valid until 11:45 p.m. CST
Why it matters
An official tornado warning requires people in the indicated areas to seek immediate protection. The data do not report damage, casualties, or confirmation of a tornado on the ground.
Impact on Brazil: Not identified
No impact has been identified for Brazil or Brasília/Federal District. The immediate risk is restricted to the warned areas in the United States.
What changed
Two official tornado warnings were issued for counties in Oklahoma and Texas.
What to do now
- Anyone in the alerted area should seek shelter indoors on the lowest floor.
- Avoid windows and follow only official notices from the NWS and local authorities.
- Do not travel to observe the storm.
Next 24 hours
- Check whether the warnings end, are extended, or are expanded.
- Watch for official statements about damage, casualties, and disruptions.
Next 7 days
- Follow local return and safety guidance if damage is confirmed.
- No action is necessary for residents of Brazil.
What you do not need to do
- Residents of Brazil do not need to change their routine.
- It is not necessary to buy supplies because of this localized event.
Possible scenarios
Scenarios are conditional possibilities, not predictions.
What to watch
- Official confirmation of a tornado on the ground.
- New warnings or emergency orders.
- Damage to homes, power, or transportation.
Sources
- Official NOAA/NWS — alertas extremos: Tornado Warning — Hartley, TX; Oldham, TX Nov 2, 2026, 2:22 AM (UTC−3)
- Official NOAA/NWS — alertas extremos: Tornado Warning — Cimarron, OK; Texas, OK Nov 2, 2026, 2:18 AM (UTC−3)
Classification history
- Nov 2, 2026, 2:28 AM (UTC−3) 4 · Emergency Confirmed