# Tornado Outbreaks, Hurricane Secrets & Derby Sunshine

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Podcast: [Weekly Weather Brief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/weekly-weather-brief-7670171)
Published: 2026-05-01T15:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

It’s a busy wrap-up to April and Meteorologists Emily Gracey and Kerrin Jeromin have a lot to unpack! This week, they dive into a relentless stretch of severe weather across the U.S., including a powerful EF4 tornado in Oklahoma, days of storm reports, and massive, windshield-shattering hail. Meanwhile, drought and wildfires continue to linger across parts of the Southeast, reminding us that not all weather stories end when the headlines fade. They also highlight a new behind-the-scenes video series from the National Hurricane Center, offering a fascinating (and slightly nerdy) look at how hurricane forecasts are made... just in time as we head toward the start of the season. And to wrap things up on a lighter note: all eyes turn to the Kentucky Derby, where the forecast is looking picture-perfect for race day fashion, fascinators, and sunshine at Churchill Downs. Grab your drink and join us for your weekly dose of weather! Links: Enid Tornado Report: https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1436254611873500&set=a.228493719316268 Hail Video: https://x.com/WeatherNation/status/2049262391641174133?s=20 NHC Forecast Process: https://youtu.be/PnPOTaGrYXc?si=BckD2GHKhnhzcnYU Kentucky Derby Climate: https://www.weather.gov/lmk/Derby_Oaks_Thunder

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