Oklahoma severe storm risk returns with hail threat

Oklahoma severe storm risk returns with hail threat

Forecasters say today is a good day to stay alert as an Oklahoma severe storm risk develops across parts of the state.

The Storm Prediction Center has placed northern and west-central Oklahoma under a marginal Oklahoma severe storm risk, with storms capable of producing up to one-inch hail.

Oklahoma severe storm risk includes hail threat

Under the current Oklahoma severe storm risk, isolated storms could bring hail up to one inch in diameter, particularly across northern and west-central portions of the state.

A marginal risk means severe storms are possible but expected to be limited in coverage.

Severe weather outlooks and updates are issued by the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.

Oklahoma severe storm risk increases Friday

The Oklahoma severe storm risk is expected to return Friday, with early forecast models indicating much of the state — including the Oklahoma City metro — could fall under a slight risk category.

Western Oklahoma and much of the Panhandle are currently projected to remain under a marginal risk.

Weather alerts and preparedness information are available through the National Weather Service.

More Oklahoma severe storm risk possible next week

Long-range models suggest additional Oklahoma severe storm risk could develop again next week as another system moves into the region.

Residents are encouraged to monitor forecasts and have multiple ways to receive weather warnings.

Emergency preparedness guidance can be found through the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management.

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