Oklahoma Region 1 RMRS - MERC

Oklahoma Region 1 RMRS - MERC Under the authority of the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) RMRS is responsible for the development and management of Regional Healthcare Coalitions.

Region 1 Regional Medical Response System (RMRS) works with the healthcare system to coordinate medical system planning, preparedness, and response efforts for our region. We work closely with healthcare system partners, emergency management, public health authorities, and other response agencies to provide a comprehensive and consistent framework and infrastructure for response and recovery effor

ts, through a variety of targeted outreach activities and coordinated planning projects. We focus on regional capabilities that foster resilience and support recovery across the continuum of patient care.

02/19/2026

FIRE WARNING:

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN AMARILLO HAS ISSUED A
FIRE WARNING AT THE REQUEST OF OKLAHOMA FORESTRY SERVICES FOR
SOUTHWESTERN BEAVER COUNTY.

* AT 1021 AM CST...A DANGEROUS WILDFIRE WAS LOCATED OVER BOYD...OR 19
MILES SOUTHWEST OF BEAVER...MOVING RAPIDLY SOUTHEAST AT 3 TO 5 MPH.

* AREAS IMPACTED...U.S. HIGHWAY 412, EAST OF U.S. HIGHWAY 83, AND
BALKO, OKLAHOMA.

* ADDITIONAL INFORMATION...SMOKE AND FIRE WILL PRESENT A THREAT TO
LIFE AND PROPERTY ALONG U.S. HIGHWAY 412, EAST OF U.S. HIGHWAY 83,
AND BALKO, OKLAHOMA.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

BE PREPARED TO EVACUATE QUICKLY IF REQUESTED AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS FROM LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICIALS. DO NOT DRIVE
INTO SMOKE.

For anyone in the area affected by the Wild Fires!!!
02/18/2026

For anyone in the area affected by the Wild Fires!!!

02/08/2026

FOR MONDAY AFTERNOON

Fire Weather Watch issued February 8 at 12:32PM CST until February 9 at 7:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Harper; Woods; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Roger Mills; Dewey

The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Fire Weather
Watch, which is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday
evening.

* WINDS...Southwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent.

* TEMPERATURES...Up to 80.

* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.
Outdoor burning is not recommended.

* SEVERITY...

FUELS (ERC)...70th-89th percentile...4 (out of 5).

WEATHER...Near Critical...2 (out of 5).

FIRE ENVIRONMENT...6 (out of 10).

A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.

01/22/2026

Headline: Winter Storm Warning issued January 21 at 10:12PM CST until January 25 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK
Headline: Winter Storm Warning issued January 21 at 10:12PM CST until January 25 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Norman OK
Severity: Severe
Urgency: Expected
Certainty: Likely
Description: * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow
accumulations of 6 or more inches are likely across parts of
Oklahoma and north Texas. A glaze of ice up to two tenths of an
inch is possible in parts of southern Oklahoma and north Texas.
Winds could gust as high as 35 mph on Friday. Additionally,
dangerously cold wind chills are expected Friday night through
Sunday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northern, northwest,
southeast, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma and northern
Texas.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Friday to noon CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Travel may be extremely dangerous.

01/20/2026

Winter Storm Watch issued January 20 at 12:59PM CST until January 25 at 6:00AM CST by NWS Norman OK

Harper; Woods; Alfalfa; Grant; Kay; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Garfield; Noble; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Blaine; Kingfisher; Logan; Payne; Beckham; Wash*ta; Caddo; Canadian; Oklahoma; Lincoln; Grady; McClain; Cleveland; Pottawatomie; Seminole; Hughes; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Tillman; Comanche; Stephens; Garvin; Murray; Pontotoc; Coal; Cotton; Jefferson; Carter; Johnston; Atoka; Love; Marshall; Bryan; Hardeman; Foard; Wilbarger; Wichita; Knox; Baylor; Archer; Clay

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow
accumulations of 4 or more inches are likely across parts of
Oklahoma and north Texas. A glaze of ice up to two tenths of an
inch is possible in parts of southern Oklahoma and north Texas.
Winds could gust as high as 35 mph on Friday. Additionally,
dangerously cold wind chills are expected Friday night through
Sunday morning.

* WHERE...Portions of central, east central, northern, northwest,
southeast, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma and northern
Texas.

* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions
could impact the Friday evening commute.

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

Elevated Fire weather today. Please be very careful and if you see smoke report it!!!
12/28/2025

Elevated Fire weather today. Please be very careful and if you see smoke report it!!!

12/03/2025

Special Weather Statement issued December 3 at 12:25PM CST by NWS Norman OK

Harper; Woods; Alfalfa; Grant; Ellis; Woodward; Major; Garfield; Roger Mills; Dewey; Custer; Blaine; Kingfisher; Logan; Beckham; Wash*ta; Caddo; Canadian; Oklahoma; Grady; McClain; Cleveland; Harmon; Greer; Kiowa; Jackson; Comanche

Snow and sleet are possible across parts of western and central
Oklahoma beginning early Thursday morning and lasting through the
afternoon on Thursday. For most people, snow/sleet amounts will be
very light with little to no impact. However, there is potential
for one or two narrow bands of heavier precipitation. Within those
bands, snowfall totals of 1-2 inches or up to 0.50 inches of sleet
are possible. This could cause localized areas of very hazardous
travel during the day on Thursday. Continue to monitor the
forecast tonight and tomorrow morning as potential areas for the
snowband are refined, at which point a Winter Weather Advisory may
be needed.

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM CST SATURDAY...* WHAT...North to northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to...
11/28/2025

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...North to northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45
mph expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, northwest, southwest, and
western Oklahoma.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 6 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure outdoor objects.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from Region 1 RMRS!

Today we pause to reflect on the dedication, teamwork, and commitment that define our region. To every responder, coordinator, partner agency, and community member thank you for the work you do, the sacrifices you make, and the support you provide all year long.

In emergencies, on long nights, during deployments, or behind the scenes, your efforts make a real difference in the safety and wellbeing of the people we serve. We are grateful for each one of you.

As you gather with family and friends today, we wish you rest, good food, and a well-deserved break.

From Region 1 RMRS Happy Thanksgiving, and thank you for being part of our mission.

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