Severe Storms, Tornado Risk in Oklahoma This Week
Severe Storms, Tornado Risk in Oklahoma This Week
US · Published Oct 13, 2026
• Oklahoma is bracing for waves of severe weather starting Tuesday evening and continuing through Thursday.
• According to KOCO 5 Meteorologist Jonathan Conder, the state faces a level 1 marginal risk for severe storms, with threats including tornadoes, strong winds of 60-70 mph, and heavy rainfall.

Impact & Risks

The severe weather poses risks to multiple areas across Oklahoma, including potential tornadoes, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall. Areas such as Ada, Woodward, Seiling, Cheyenne, Elk City, and Hollis are under a level 2 slight risk for severe storms, while Ponca City, Enid, Kingfisher, El Reno, and Hobart face a level 1 marginal risk. The tornado threat is considered low but not negligible, with a risk level of 1 on a scale of 1 to 10 in areas like Alva, Woodward, and the far northwest parts of the state. Heavy rainfall could lead to localized flooding, especially in areas like Clinton, Chickasha, and southwestern Oklahoma, where rainfall totals may exceed 3 inches.

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