Oklahoma City, OK – Strong thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes and damaging wind gusts are expected across much of Oklahoma through late Tuesday night, putting more than 40 counties under a Tornado Watch that includes the Oklahoma City metro.
The threat stretches from northern Oklahoma near Enid and Woodward down through central communities including Oklahoma City, Norman, and Stillwater, and into southern areas such as Ardmore and Durant.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, Tornado Watch 33 remains in effect until 11 p.m. Tuesday for a large portion of the state, including Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Logan, Payne, Garfield, and Comanche counties. Storms developing along a strengthening line could produce isolated tornadoes, hail larger than quarters, and wind gusts above 60 mph.
Emergency managers warn that evening commuters across the Oklahoma City metro may encounter rapidly changing weather conditions. Portions of Interstate 35, Interstate 40, and Interstate 44 could see intense downpours and strong crosswinds as storms move northeast.
Residents from Lawton and Duncan to Stillwater and Ponca City should remain weather aware, especially after sunset when storms can become harder to track visually. Officials recommend charging mobile devices, enabling emergency alerts, and identifying safe shelter locations such as interior rooms away from windows.
Additional warnings could be issued quickly if storms intensify. The tornado watch remains active across central and western Oklahoma through late Tuesday evening.
