Comanche County/Lawton Emergency Management

06/06/2026

Flash flood watch for our area. Streets can easily become flooded both during and after heavy rain.

[June 6 at 1:30 AM]

With multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms expected this weekend, we have issued a Flood Watch for most of the forecast area through 6pm Sunday.

1-2 inches of rainfall and localized heavier amounts up to 5 inches are possible.

06/06/2026

Flash flood warning for Lawton area.
*Do not drive through flooded areas.
*Travel is not advised until after 1am.

06/03/2026

Wet conditions possible into the weekend.

06/03/2026

Today, Comanche County/Lawton Emergency Management hosted the Core Working Group at the Great Plains Technology Center Business Development Center as part of ongoing wildfire preparedness and planning efforts.

The meeting focused on assessing values at risk across Comanche County and strengthening evacuation planning considerations. Discussion included the wildland urban interface, community lifelines, critical infrastructure, and strategies to reduce wildfire risk through Firewise practices and home hardening.

These conversations help support stronger planning, better coordination, and a more resilient community before a wildfire occurs.

Thank you to our partners and stakeholders who participated and continue to support wildfire preparedness across Comanche County. We would also like to thank Sonny Puletasi with Memorial Health EMS for providing lunch for today’s meeting.

06/02/2026

Severe storms possible in our area this afternoon/evening.

06/02/2026

Your pets need a plan too

When severe weather strikes, your pets depend on you to keep them safe. Start building your pet’s emergency plan today. Start with the basics: a leash, carrier, food, water, meds, and a backup caregiver who knows your pet’s routine.
Take a few minutes to think through:
• Where your pets will go during severe weather
• How you’ll transport them quickly if you need to evacuate
• A bag of supplies your pets will need for several days.
Having a pet preparedness plan now can help reduce stress and confusion when emergencies happen. You should also keep printed copies in your go-bag with vaccination records, microchip info, feeding instructions, and a recent photo of you with your pet.

06/01/2026

City of Lawton Outdoor Warning Siren Test today.



Outdoor Warning Siren Test Today at Noon
The scheduled Monday outdoor warning siren test will be conducted today at 12:00 noon.
This test is needed to ensure the system is functioning properly.
This is only a test. No action is needed from the public.
Any storm siren activation outside of this time-frame will be reason to take cover immediately.

05/28/2026

Daily rain chances will continue into this weekend.

05/26/2026

Want to be a safer motorcycle rider?

Check this out.

The Lawton Police Department is proud to partner with Oklahoma Highway Safety Office to bring you an awesome Motorcycle Safety Rider Course!

June 5th 2026
Course held at the Ft. Sill motorcycle skills pad
(located on Ft Sill military base)

This course is a great chance to brush up on important safety skills with our experienced LPD Motor Unit Officers. Whether you’re new to riding or have years of experience, this course is for anyone who wants to be a safer rider on the open roads.
Riders are required to furnish their own motorcycle.

We all share the road, and your safety is our goal.

For details and to sign up, contact Sgt. Tanner Josey at
[email protected]

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to ride smarter and safer.
Make sure to follow us on social media for more updates and information.

Thank you, and stay safe, Lawton Fort Sill!