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Areas of Severe Thunderstorms and Excessive Rainfall Today

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible across parts of the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic this afternoon and evening. Strong to severe wind gusts capable of producing wind damage should be the primary hazard, but isolated hail may also occur. Thunderstorms may bring heavy to excessive rainfall and possible flooding today over the northern Gulf Coast and upper Ohio Valley. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, May 27, 2026 at 4:12:37 pm CDT

Scattered thunderstorms across SE #OKwx and possibly west-central #ARwx could produce an isolated landspout or spotty damaging wind this afternoon, as this region is in close proximity to an area of low pressure. The threat should wane after sunset this evening.
Rain showers along with scattered thunderstorm chances expand across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas today and tonight with the greater potential during the afternoon and evening hours. A heavy rain threat which could lead to localized flooding concerns is the main threat, though an isolated severe potential exists for strong winds. Additional showers and storms will continue Thursday.
Locally heavy rainfall will be possible daily this week, with additional rain chances over the weekend. Be aware of potential for flooding.
Rain and scattered thunderstorm chances overspread the region Wednesday into Wednesday night. Near daily thunderstorm chances are forecast Thursday into early next week. Temperatures remain near to slightly below late May normals.
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