Softball-size hail, strong tornadoes expected today across Oklahoma


Only a week after dozens of tornadoes tore across Oklahoma, the region will face another bout of storms Monday, including large hail, strong winds, and potentially tornadoes.

Storms are expected to move eastward across western and central Oklahoma late Monday afternoon, reports the National Weather Service.

The highest potential of softball-size hail, damaging winds and tornadoes is expected later in the evening in the central part of the state.

Strong to severe storms are also possible across southeast Oklahoma.

Check here for live weather updates and to see weather alerts, power outages and radar in real-time.

National Weather Service updates

Tweets by NWS Norman

What time will the storm hit?

According to NWS Norman, severe weather is expected to start around 1 p.m. in Woodward, 5 p.m. in Lawton, OKC and Stillwater, and 8 p.m. in Ada and Ardmore.

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Weather alerts: See where tornado watch, tornado warnings issued

What to do when there’s a tornado watch

Be prepared — tornadoes are possible in and around the area mentioned in the watch. Be ready to act quickly.

NWS:How to prepare for a tornado

What to do when there’s a tornado warning

Take action now. A warning means someone saw a tornado or one was indicated by weather radar. Under a tornado warning, there’s imminent danger to life and property. Everyone should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building and avoid windows.

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PSO power outage map

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Closings due to the weather

Keep up with school, church and event closings using the link below.

This article originally appeared on Oklahoman: Live: Large hail, strong tornadoes forecast for Oklahoma today



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