Oklahoma City, Okla. – Flash flooding could become a serious hazard across Oklahoma and the Mid-South by Thursday and Friday as slow-moving storms bring intense downpours over a broad area, including parts of Texas, Arkansas, and Kansas.
According to the NOAA Weather Prediction Center, a Slight Risk for excessive rainfall is in effect for June 5 and 6. Storms could drop rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour, especially along a slow-moving frontal boundary stretching across the southern Plains. In total, some areas may see over 3 inches of rain, increasing the risk of flash flooding.
Central and eastern Oklahoma will see the greatest impacts Thursday, with the threat shifting east into Arkansas, southeast Kansas, and southern Missouri by Friday. Urban streets, rural roads, and flood-prone areas could become dangerous or impassable. Drivers are urged to avoid flooded roads and check local alerts before travel.
The National Weather Service advises staying weather-aware, enabling wireless emergency alerts, and remembering: Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Watches or warnings may be issued as storms develop.
Flooding concerns may linger into Friday evening before drier air moves in.
