This page will only post weather safety information, local damage information and important severe weather updates impacting the residents of Blackwell and the surrounding area. To receive this information on your computer or mobile device, an individual will need to "like" this page and follow the directions provided. This page will not post general weather information as standard weather forecas
ts. The Severe Weather Operations Department (SWOD) of the City of Blackwell, Oklahoma, is composed of the Blackwell Storm Spotters as well as members of "OIDAR" Ham Radio Organization. Members of those two groups have been trained by the NWS in Norman, Oklahoma and Wichita, Kansas. Members have also attended training from the Storm Prediction Center (SPC). Members of SWOD are also equipped with sophisticated weather stations on their vehicles.
