OKLAHOMA — Schools across parts of Oklahoma could face closures or schedule changes Monday as forecasters warn of a significant severe weather threat that may bring damaging storms, power outages and hazardous travel conditions.
According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, much of Oklahoma is under a slight risk for severe thunderstorms Monday, while portions of northern Oklahoma are included in an enhanced risk area.
Forecasters said numerous severe thunderstorms are expected to develop Monday along a cold front and dryline stretching from the Great Lakes into the southern Plains. The forecast includes the potential for damaging wind gusts, very large hail, tornadoes and torrential rainfall.
The Storm Prediction Center specifically listed Oklahoma City among the larger population centers within the slight risk area…