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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for much of eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas until 11 AM Friday. Severe thunderstorms will be capable of producing large hail and damaging wind gusts.
A significant severe weather threat is expected to develop during the afternoon and evening hours across portions of far southeast Oklahoma and into northwest Arkansas. Very large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes are all potential hazards. Have multiple ways to receive warning information and have a sheltering plan ready to go.
A low chance for isolated severe weather exists Friday morning, with lower impact potential, but the main time frames for the higher end severe weather threats will be during the afternoon and evening Friday.
An active weather pattern is expected to set up across the area this week which will result in several rounds of thunderstorms. 2 to 8 inches of rain will be common with locally higher amounts possible. This could lead to flooding issue from mid to late week, especially across portions of southeast Oklahoma and west central Arkansas.
Significant flash flooding and mainstem river flooding are likely this weekend due to multiple rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms. Expect widespread totals from 4 to 6 inches with localized totals of 8 to 10 inches. Remain alert for warnings and remember to turn around, don't drown!
With widespread heavy rains forecast, several river points are forecast to flood this weekend.
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