TULSA, Okla. – Eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas will see isolated thunderstorms this afternoon, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and dangerous lightning. Storm chances stay low through early this week but are expected to increase with stronger systems by midweek.
The National Weather Service in Tulsa reports storm probabilities today between 10 and 30 percent, with the highest risk across east-central Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas. The most active period will be from noon to 8 p.m., and residents should stay alert to changing conditions.
Cities such as Tulsa, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and McAlester may experience brief but intense downpours, which could cause ponding on roads and reduced visibility. Lightning strikes may also disrupt outdoor activities, and officials urge people to move indoors at the first sound of thunder.
By Wednesday, storm chances will rise across the region, likely bringing more widespread rain and stronger winds. Until then, the weather remains unsettled with the possibility of brief, isolated storms each afternoon.
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