Flood Advisory and Warnings Issued for Northeast Oklahoma
Flood Advisory in Effect Until 1:45 AM CDT Wednesday
- What: Flooding expected due to excessive rainfall
- Where: Creek, Osage, Pawnee, and Tulsa Counties
- When: Until 1:45 AM CDT
- Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying areas
Flood Warnings for Bird Creek
- Near Owasso-Mingo: Effective Wednesday evening to early Thursday morning
- Near Sperry: Effective Wednesday morning to early Thursday afternoon
Flood Warning for Caney River
- Near Collinsville: Effective Wednesday afternoon to early Thursday morning
Flood Watch Remains in Effect Through Thursday Morning
- What: Potential for flooding from excessive rainfall
- Where: Portions of Arkansas and Oklahoma
- When: Through Thursday morning
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may lead to flooding in various locations
Flood Advisory Issued for Northeast Oklahoma Amid Heavy Rainfall
Tulsa, OK — A flood advisory is currently in effect for several counties in northeast Oklahoma, including Creek, Osage, Pawnee, and Tulsa, as heavy rainfall continues to impact the region. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, is set to last until 1:45 AM CDT Wednesday.
What to Expect
Residents can expect minor flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas due to excessive rainfall. Doppler radar indicated that approximately one inch of rain has already fallen in the advisory area, with additional rainfall amounts expected to range from 0.5 to 1.5 inches, potentially leading to further flooding.
Locations likely to experience flooding include:
- Tulsa
- Sand Springs
- Pawnee
- Skiatook
- Hominy
- Cleveland
- Mannford
- Drumright
- Barnsdall
- Oilton
- Wynona
- Jennings
- Avant
- Westport
- Osage
- Hallett
- Blackburn
- Terlton
- Shamrock
- Maramec
Flood Warnings for Local Rivers
In addition to the flood advisory, the National Weather Service has issued flood warnings for several rivers in the area:
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Bird Creek near Owasso-Mingo: Minor flooding is forecast from Wednesday evening to early Thursday morning. The river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.0 feet, impacting areas around Mohawk Park and 56th Street North near Mingo Road.
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Bird Creek near Sperry: A flood warning is in effect from Wednesday morning to early Thursday afternoon, with the river expected to crest at 21.0 feet, leading to minor agricultural flooding.
- Caney River near Collinsville: Minor flooding is anticipated from Wednesday afternoon to early Thursday morning, with the river forecasted to rise to 26.0 feet.
Precautionary Measures
Residents are urged to take precautions during this weather event. The National Weather Service advises, "Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles." Caution is especially important at night when visibility is reduced, making it harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Stay Informed
For the latest updates and safety information, residents can visit the National Weather Service website at weather.gov/safety/flood.
As the storm continues to develop, local authorities are monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary. Stay safe and be prepared for changing conditions.
