Failed culvert floods Coweta roads as more rain moves into Green Country

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — Severe weather moving across Green Country has already caused flooding problems in Coweta, forcing road closures and raising safety concerns as more rain moves into the area.

City officials said a culvert failure led to flooding in one area, sending water rushing over a road and into nearby areas. Emergency management officials warned that conditions can change quickly, especially in low-lying areas.

Coweta Fire Chief and Emergency Manager Brian Woodward said the city has been receiving weather warnings throughout the week and that officials were taking the threat seriously…

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