Fort Smith, AR Skywarn Storm Spotter Training, 16 March | Event in Fort Smith | AllEvents

Fort Smith, AR Skywarn Storm Spotter Training

US National Weather Service Tulsa Oklahoma

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Mon, 16 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm

2.5 hours

Ben Geren Safe Shelter

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Date & Location

Mon, 16 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm (CDT)

Ben Geren Safe Shelter

7121 S Zero St, Fort Smith, AR 72903-6529, United States

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Fort Smith, AR Skywarn Storm Spotter Training
Throughout eastern Oklahoma and northwestern Arkansas, trained and dedicated individuals monitor the skies around their communities during severe weather events. These storm spotters provide first-hand severe weather reports to their local officials, and to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, which are used to make critical warning decisions.

Being a storm spotter not only means dedication but also training. Each winter and spring the Tulsa office of the National Weather Service trains members of police & fire departments, emergency management officials, and amateur radio operators on spotting techniques. Typically, the training is coordinated by a local group (such as an emergency management agency) and a NWS meteorologist serves as the guest instructor. The goal of the training is not just to recognize tornadoes, but to have some understanding of storm structure, which in turn better prepares the spotter for the extreme and unusual circumstances. Other topics covered include an update on the latest NWS technology and procedures, ideas for organizing/coordinating spotter groups, severe weather reporting, and important safety considerations.

The training is free, open to the public, and are conducted in-person. No pre-registration is required.


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Fort Smith, AR Skywarn Storm Spotter Training, 16 March | Event in Fort Smith | AllEvents
Fort Smith, AR Skywarn Storm Spotter Training
Mon, 16 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm