Eastern Oklahoma and Western Arkansas Face Mild Weather, Thunderstorm Potential Later This Week 9/3

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Cold Front Could Bring Scattered Thunderstorms, Light Rain Expected

TULSA — Issued by the National Weather Service at 4:49 AM CDT on September 3, 2024.

Residents of eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas can expect mild weather conditions today and tonight, with no significant weather hazards forecasted. However, a cold front moving through the region on Thursday and Friday may bring scattered thunderstorms and light rainfall.

Calm Weather Today, Thunderstorm Potential on the Horizon

Today's outlook is clear, with no hazardous weather expected across areas including Adair, Benton, Carroll, Cherokee, Choctaw, Craig, Crawford, Creek, Delaware, Franklin, Haskell, Latimer, Le Flore, Madison, Mayes, McIntosh, Muskogee, Nowata, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Osage, Ottawa, Pawnee, Pittsburg, Pushmataha, Rogers, Sebastian, Sequoyah, Tulsa, Wagoner, Washington in Oklahoma and Arkansas. Spotter activation is not anticipated, and conditions are expected to remain stable through tonight.

Slight Thunderstorm Chances as Cold Front Arrives Thursday and Friday

As the cold front makes its way through the region on Thursday and Friday, a few widely scattered showers and thunderstorms could develop. Rainfall is expected to be light, with no severe weather predicted at this time. However, residents should stay updated as conditions can evolve quickly.

For additional weather information and updates, visit National Weather Service Tulsa.

North and Central Texas Brace for Continued Thunderstorms and Flooding Risk

FORT WORTH — Issued by the National Weather Service at 4:09 AM CDT on September 3, 2024.

North and Central Texas remain under a watchful eye as unsettled weather continues today and tonight, especially west of the I-35 corridor. While severe weather is not expected, additional rainfall in already saturated areas may lead to localized flooding.

Flooding Concerns as Thunderstorms Persist

The forecast covers a broad area including Montague, Cooke, Grayson, Fannin, Lamar, Young, Jack, Wise, Denton, Collin, Hunt, Delta, Hopkins, Stephens, Palo Pinto, Parker, Tarrant, Dallas, Rockwall, Kaufman, Van Zandt, Rains, Eastland, Erath, Hood, Somervell, Johnson, Ellis, Henderson, Comanche, Mills, Hamilton, Bosque, Hill, Navarro, Freestone, Anderson, Lampasas, Coryell, Bell, McLennan, Falls, Limestone, Leon, Milam, Robertson. As thunderstorms continue through Wednesday and Thursday, the primary concern remains heavy rainfall and the potential for flooding.

Low Thunderstorm Risks into Midweek

Thunderstorm chances persist into Wednesday and Thursday, with stronger storms potentially bringing gusty winds. Spotter activation is not expected at this time, but residents should remain vigilant for any sudden changes, particularly in areas already affected by heavy rains.

For detailed weather updates, follow the latest reports from the National Weather Service Fort Worth.

Mild Thunderstorms Expected in Oklahoma and North Texas

NORMAN — Issued by the National Weather Service at 2:32 AM CDT on September 3, 2024.

Oklahoma and western North Texas will see a mild threat of thunderstorms, mainly affecting northern and central parts of the state late on Thursday. While the overall risk is low, residents should prepare for the possibility of brief heavy downpours and gusty winds in isolated storms.

No Significant Hazards Expected

With rain and occasional thunderstorms possible across Harper, Woods, Alfalfa, Grant, Kay, Ellis, Woodward, Major, Garfield, Noble, Roger Mills, Dewey, Custer, Blaine, Kingfisher, Logan, Payne, Beckham, Washita, Caddo, Canadian, Oklahoma, Lincoln, Grady, McClain, Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Seminole, Hughes, Harmon, Greer, Kiowa, Jackson, Tillman, Comanche, Stephens, Garvin, Murray, Pontotoc, Coal, Cotton, Jefferson, Carter, Johnston, Atoka, Love, Marshall, Bryan, Hardeman, Foard, Wilbarger, Wichita, Knox, Baylor, Archer, Clay, no severe weather is expected, and spotter activation is not required.

Stay tuned for updates at National Weather Service Norman.

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