Wildfire — Ellis, Oklahoma

2024-02-27 to 2024-02-29 · Ellis, Oklahoma

Event narrative

The 'Catesby Fire' spread over 89,688 acres across northern Ellis County.

Wider weather episode

A powerful (130-150 knot) jet streak was positioned across the southern one-third of the CONUS during the day on the 27th. A very dry and warm airmass existed across the western half of the area by the afternoon. With deep vertical mixing and transport of strong mid-level winds, severe-caliber wind gusts occurred during the day as well. The combination of these factors set the stage for a significant wildfire event across far western/northwestern Oklahoma.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1163671. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.