More Severe Storms Expected Wednesday In Oklahoma

More severe weather is expected in Oklahoma on Wednesday, April 23 as storms are in the forecast for the afternoon and evening. All hazards are possible, including golf ball sized hail, wind gusts up to 70 miles per hour and a very low tornado threat.

Most of Oklahoma are at a marginal risk of severe weather Wednesday, while portions of western and northwest Oklahoma are at a slight risk. Storms could start as early as noon and last through 2 a.m. Thursday morning.

According to the National Weather Service in Norman, "the greatest risk for severe weather in our area will occur if a line of storms organizes in Colorado/Kansas and moves southeastward into northwest Oklahoma."

More thunderstorms expected Thursday and Friday in Oklahoma.

As we get closer to the end of the week, more thunderstorms are expected Thursday and Friday. Most of Oklahoma has a marginal risk of severe weather on Thursday. Potential hazards include hail up to golf ball size, wind gusts up to 70 miles per hour and a very low tornado potential.

According to the National Weather Service in Norman, the specific risk of Thursday's storms is contingent on what change to the airmass occurs from Wednesday's storms.

On Friday, a marginal risk of severe storms is also expected. Friday's storms could produce similar hazards, including golf ball sized hail, wind gusts from 60 to 70 miles per hour and a very low tornado potential.

Severe weather could ramp up in Oklahoma next week.

As Oklahoma approaches peak tornado season, local meteorologists are keeping a close eye on Monday and Tuesday next week. Multiple days of severe weather are expected next week. Oklahoma residents are encouraged to remain weather aware leading into next week as more detailed information will be available closer to date.