Oklahoma City, OK – Residents across western Oklahoma and west-central Texas should brace for rapidly intensifying storms this evening as a Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11 p.m. Monday. Forecasters warn of the potential for tornadoes, extremely large hail up to 3 inches in diameter, and damaging winds reaching 75 mph.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, thunderstorms are expected to strengthen quickly in a highly unstable atmosphere, creating favorable conditions for severe weather. The watch zone stretches approximately 65 miles east and west of a line from Big Spring, Texas, to north of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Cities including Lawton, Altus, and Wichita Falls are in the threat zone, with major highways such as I-44 and U.S. 277 likely to be impacted by hazardous conditions. Residents should remain indoors, secure outdoor objects, and ensure cell phones and weather radios are fully charged in case of power outages or emergency warnings.
This severe weather setup mirrors spring outbreaks seen in previous years, where large hail and isolated tornadoes developed quickly after sunset.
Severe weather warnings may be issued with little notice tonight. Tornado Watches remain active, and residents are urged to monitor updates closely through local media and official weather channels.
