A wide swath of Oklahoma will experience numerous thunderstorms today through this evening, according to meteorologists.
The National Weather Service has forecast the possibility of strong tornadoes. Residents should also expect strong winds and hail with thunderstorms. Today’s weather has a chance to impact two major outdoor events taking place in the Oklahoma City metro area, the Festival of the Arts near OKC City Hall and the Norman Music Festival.
Check here for live weather updates and to check power outages and closings in real-time. This page will be updated throughout the day and as weather-related news happens.
Tornado warning for Enid, Garfield County
A significant storm moving through northwest Oklahoma near Enid has the potential to develop a tornado imminently.
This tornado warning, and the alert for the other storm to its south, will continue until at least 11:15 a.m.
– Dale Denwalt
U.S. Air Force repositions aircraft ahead of storms
Airplanes from military bases in the Midwest are temporarily saying goodbye to their home bases today. This is a routine practice that happens often when severe weather approaches.
– Dale Denwalt
First tornado warning of the day in western Oklahoma
A strong thunderstorm near Leedey, Oklahoma, has triggered a tornado warning. This advisory lasts until 10:45 a.m.
– Dale Denwalt
OU Baseball cancels Saturday game
The University of Oklahoma baseball team announced it would cancel today’s game against Texas.
The Sooners were scheduled to face the Longhorns at 4 p.m. today. The game will now be played as the first part of a double-header on Sunday. The replacement game will begin at 1 p.m. Sunday, and the second game will take place 45 minutes after its conclusion.
Fans who purchased tickets for Sunday’s game (originally scheduled for 2 p.m.) can use them for the second game of the DH. The stadium will be cleared after the conclusion of the first game and re-entry will be required for the finale.
– Brandy McDonnell
Weekly tornado siren test canceled
The tornado siren test that happens every Saturday at noon is canceled today. Sirens aren’t tested on days when there is a threat of severe weather.
As of 9:15 a.m., western Oklahoma counties stretching from Enid to Altus are under a tornado watch until 1 p.m. Eastern and central Oklahoma are under a flood watch, according to the National Weather Service.
– Dale Denwalt
In OKC, storms likely after noon
NWS Norman expects severe storms to reach the Oklahoma City area by as early as 10 a.m. The greatest threat of storms occurs in the afternoon and evening hours.
– Dale Denwalt
Weather alerts: Map of current watches and warnings
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What to do when there’s a tornado watch
Be prepared — tornadoes are possible in and around the area mentioned in the watch. Be ready to act quickly.
National Weather Service: How to prepare for a tornado
What to do in a tornado warning
Take action now. A warning means someone saw a tornado or one was indicated by weather radar. Under a tornado warning, there’s imminent danger to life and property. Everyone should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.
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Closings due to the weather
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Oklahoma City Severe Weather Closings: Schools, churches, other services
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