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Three Waves of Storms Forecast for OKC Metro This Week

Severe storms likely Wednesday and Friday evenings as March sets record for warmth

Severe Storms and Winter Weather Disrupt Spring Break Travel

Powerful thunderstorms, heavy snow, and dangerous ice expected across central U.S. this week

Severe Storms Forecast for Oklahoma Tuesday Night

Storms expected to bring large hail and damaging winds across the state.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for Central Iowa to Southern Lake Michigan

Storm Prediction Center warns of large hail and gusty winds overnight

Washington County Burn Ban Remains in Effect

Officials say dry conditions persist despite chance of rain this week

Fire Danger Rises as Storms Approach Oklahoma

Dry conditions set the stage for fire risk early in the week, but a pattern shift will bring thunderstorms by the weekend.

Severe Storm Threat Looms for Central U.S. on April 3-4

Forecast models point to potential for tornadoes, hail, and damaging winds across Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri

Windy Weather Raises Fire Danger in Oklahoma

Storms expected to return on Tuesday after two dry, blustery days

Wildfire Danger Persists in Western Oklahoma as Firefighters Recover from Injuries

Three firefighters were injured battling a recent blaze north of Hitchcock, as the region remains under a Red Flag Alert for heightened wildfire risk.

Over 20 States Under Critical Wildfire Alert

Dangerous fire weather conditions stretch across the central U.S. and Southeast

Fire Danger Remains High Across Oklahoma

Cooler temps and strong winds keep risk elevated on Friday

Logan County Implements Burn Ban as Drought Deepens

The latest county to issue a two-week burn ban as drought conditions worsen across Oklahoma.

Firefighters Save Home During Blaine County Wildfire

Sky 5 footage shows home protected as dangerous blaze moved at 3-5 mph