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Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, May 1, 2026 at 12:30:27 am CDT

A few rounds of showers will impact portions of southeast Oklahoma through Friday. Severe weather is not expected.
A much more quiet period of weather is expected in the coming days. Below average temperatures will be the rule through the end of the week. Rain chances will increase across the south Thursday into Friday.
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