Heavy Snow and Disruptive Ice in the Upper Midwest; Severe Thunderstorms in the Southern Plains

A late season winter storm will produce a combination of heavy snow and disruptive ice starting this evening in the Northern Plains and moving into the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes by tonight continuing through Thursday. Severe thunderstorms will likely produce severe wind gusts, large hail, a few tornadoes, and heavy rainfall across the southern and central Plains into the morning. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Apr 1, 2026 at 9:56:35 pm CDT

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Here is the approximate timing for the severe risk on Wednesday.

Severe thunderstorms are possible later this afternoon and evening. Timing for storms to develop is after 3 PM today, but this morning is a good time to review severe weather plans and be ready for warnings.

Chances for strong to severe thunderstorms increase late afternoon becoming likely into the evening across western and north-central Oklahoma. Rain showers will continue into tonight before exiting our area early Thursday morning.

Severe thunderstorms are possible on Friday across portions of northern Oklahoma. Details will change. Check back for updates!

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Local Weather History For April 1st...

On April 1, 1983, high winds behind a cold front brought widespread
damage to the area. Winds measured at 65 to 85 mph, blew down power
lines and trees, and blew the roofs off several homes. One man
drowned in Arbuckle Reservoir when his boat capsized. The wind
destroyed a commuter airplane in Lawton worth more than $1 million,
while blowing cars, trucks, and motor homes off area roadways.

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