Sebastian County, Arkansas — A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for northwestern Sebastian County in Arkansas, southeastern Sequoyah County and northeastern Le Flore County in Oklahoma through 2:00 AM CST Tuesday, November 3.

What is happening:

The National Weather Service in Tulsa issued the warning at 1:20 AM CST. At 1:19 AM, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of Bokoshe, Oklahoma, moving northeast at 45 miles per hour. The storm is tracking toward the Fort Smith area and the communities along the Arkansas-Oklahoma line. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect for the region until 3:00 AM CST.

Local impacts:

The main threat is damaging wind, with gusts up to 60 miles per hour indicated by radar. Winds that strong can damage roofs and siding and bring down trees and power lines. The storm may also produce hail up to three-quarters of an inch in diameter. Places in or near the path include Fort Smith, Poteau, Pocola, Roland, Spiro, Arkoma, Panama, Bonanza, Bokoshe, Cameron and Moffett.

What to do:

- Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

- Stay away from windows and doors.

- Do not drive through the storm if you can avoid it, and never drive through flooded roads.

- Keep listening for updates, as warnings can change quickly overnight.

Source: National Weather Service Tulsa, November 3, 2026.