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Oklahoma celebrated its 100th anniversary of statehood on November 16, 2007. To commemorate that anniversary, the National Weather Service compiled information on some of the most significant weather events that impacted Oklahoma during the state's first 100 years. From devastating tornadoes to crippling ice storms, from drought and the dust bowl years to floods, Oklahoma's weather is always changing, and always a topic of conversation. Join us in looking back at 100 years of Oklahoma's fascinating weather.
NWS Norman would like to thank the Oklahoma Climatological Survey for their data and assistance in compiling this historical data. We would also like to express our appreciation to the Oklahoma Historical Society for the use of their facilities and historical records. For more information about the Oklahoma Centennial celebration, visit the Oklahoma Centennial web site.
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Oklahoma Weather Conditions 102 Years Ago for
July 6, 1907
The weather was quiet across Oklahoma on July 6, 1907, as a dry and warm pattern persisted across the southern plains region. For the second day in a row, no rainfall was reported at any of the official reporting stations in the state. Temperatures climbed once again into the 90s for highs. Kenton had the state's hottest temperature, with a high of 98 degrees.
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Oklahoma Weather History during the Past 102 Years for
July 6
Lightning was particularly destructive on July 6, 1993. Evening thunderstorms produced lightning that started an oil tank battery fire near Cleo Springs, in Major County. Lightning also struck a home in northwest Oklahoma City, leaving a two-foot wide hole in the roof. Also on July 6, in 1986, severe thunderstorms with very high winds raked northern Oklahoma. Winds gusted to 98 mph at Woodring Airport, near Enid, damaging several airplanes and hangars. Strong winds also blew off the roof of both a school in nearby Garber, and a museum in Elk City.
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