The Fire Weather Watch has been replaced. Please see the latest information from NWS Norman OK on this developing situation.
* WINDS…North 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 20 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…Up to 68.
* IMPACTS…Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* SEVERITY…
FUELS (ERC)…70th-89th percentile…4 (out of 5).
WEATHER…Near Critical…2 (out of 5).
FIRE ENVIRONMENT…6 (out of 10).
* WHAT…North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph.
* WHERE…Portions of central, northern, northwest, southern, and southwest Oklahoma and northern Texas.
* WHEN…Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
A Severe Red Flag Warning is currently in effect for Oklahoma City until midnight tonight. The local current conditions at 5:00 PM show an overcast sky with a temperature of 47.1°F. Winds are strong at 25.5 mph, with no precipitation reported.
Earlier today, the temperature reached a high of 68.4°F, while winds peaked at 28.3 mph. The day remained dry with negligible chances of precipitation and conditions mostly overcast. Tonight, the temperature is expected to drop to a low of 34.9°F, with continued strong winds up to 26.6 mph and clearing skies.
Multiple weather alerts are active, including a Moderate Fire Weather Watch and a Severe High Wind Warning. The Red Flag Warning highlights critical conditions, including north winds of 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph, low relative humidity around 20 percent, and a noted severe fire risk index. Residents are advised against outdoor burning due to the rapid spread risk of any potential fires.
Today's Details
7-Day Forecast
| Day | High | Low | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 68°F | 35°F | Overcast |
| Monday | 45°F | 21°F | Partly cloudy |
| Tuesday | 63°F | 32°F | Overcast |
| Wednesday | 75°F | 48°F | Overcast |
| Thursday | 86°F | 56°F | Overcast |
| Friday | 89°F | 63°F | Overcast |
| Saturday | 91°F | 64°F | Partly cloudy |
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