Oklahoma City Braces for Weekend Rainstorms as Flood Watch Takes Effect

Get ready, Oklahoma—umbrellas will be a must this weekend. The National Weather Service in Oklahoma City is forecasting widespread showers and thunderstorms today, with an 80% chance of rain and possible accumulations between 2 and 3 inches in some areas.

But the rain won’t stop there. Wet weather is expected to linger through Sunday evening, with continued storms threatening more than just your weekend plans. Heavy rainfall could lead to excessive runoff and flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas, so residents should be prepared for slick roads and rising water.

A Flood Watch remains in effect through Sunday evening for much of Oklahoma and parts of northern Texas. The advisory warns of widespread rain totals between 1 and 2 inches, with localized amounts reaching up to 4 inches—raising the risk of flash flooding.

With the ground already saturated and streams running high, the National Weather Service urges residents to stay alert. Each new downpour increases the flood threat, especially for those living near rivers, creeks, and streams.

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