Oklahoma – Eastern Oklahoma is set to experience severe weather as a powerful storm system moves in Friday, bringing heavy rain and possible flash flooding through Saturday. Residents should prepare for hazardous driving conditions, particularly along major routes such as I-44, as rainfall accumulations could reach 1 to 3 inches, posing a risk to low-lying areas.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tulsa, the storm system is expected to intensify throughout Friday, delivering widespread showers and thunderstorms. With soils already saturated from recent rains, areas in northeast Oklahoma, including Tulsa, Bartlesville, and Muskogee, could see localized flooding. Motorists are urged to stay cautious and avoid flooded roads under the “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” campaign, which warns against driving through high water.
Friday will see a 90% chance of rain throughout the day, with occasional thunderstorms that may produce high winds. Winds from the southeast are expected to reach up to 20 mph, adding to the potential for difficult travel. By Friday evening, conditions will likely deteriorate further, especially in valleys and flood-prone regions.
The storm threat continues into Saturday, with a slight chance of rain lingering early in the day. The forecast predicts a return to mostly clear skies by Saturday night, providing some relief for Veterans Day on Sunday, which promises sunny conditions and a high near 70°F. As the week progresses, warmer and drier conditions are expected to prevail, with daytime highs in the upper 60s to low 70s.
