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Tropical Storm Arthur and Heavy Rainfall in the South; Severe Weather in the Midwest

An outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected across portions of Illinois and Indiana tonight. Intense tornadoes, swaths of damaging gusts, and hail in excess of 2 inches in diameter possible. Tropical Storm Arthur will continue to produce strong winds across coastal Upper Texas and Louisiana tonight, as well as potentially life-threatening flooding across southern Louisiana into Mississippi. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jun 17, 2026 at 9:58:45 pm CDT

A marginal to slight risk for severe storms will continue overnight into early Thursday morning across portions of northeast Oklahoma as a frontal boundary moves into the area. Large hail and damaging winds will be the main concerns.
A marginal risk for severe weather is forecast across much of eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas Thursday afternoon and evening. Additional thunderstorms will remain possible overnight with a few strong to severe storms possible. Large hail and damaging wind gusts are the primary concerns.
There is a marginal to slight Risk (5-15% chance) of excessive rainfall Wednesday through Friday. Slow moving and training thunderstorms may produce areas of flash flooding.
Graphic depicts a 6-day forecast for select cities in eastern Oklahoma and western Arkansas, as well as details on hazards for the first 3 days and key weather messages.
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