Tulsa, Okla. – Heavy rain and the threat of severe thunderstorms will continue across eastern Oklahoma through 7 p.m. Sunday, with flash flooding and damaging winds posing the greatest risks.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, an additional 1 to 3 inches of rainfall is expected across the region as a low-pressure system moves through. The most intense storms are likely between noon and 4 p.m., bringing quarter- to half-dollar-sized hail, wind gusts up to 80 mph, and a limited tornado threat.
A Flood Watch remains in effect for cities including Tulsa, Muskogee, Okmulgee, and McAlester, where saturated soils from earlier rain could cause rapid flooding in low-lying areas, creeks, and rivers. Roads near the Arkansas River and along U.S. Highway 69 may be especially prone to ponding.
Residents are urged to monitor alerts and avoid driving through flooded roadways. Prepare to move to higher ground if warnings are issued. Severe storms may disrupt travel and utilities, especially in rural areas prone to flash flooding.
Rain and storm activity should taper off by early evening as a cold front exits the region. Flood and severe weather warnings remain possible through the remainder of the day.
