Oklahoma City, OK - Two people have died in Oklahoma due to flash flooding following a series of tornadoes that struck Texas earlier in the weekend. The victims were found after their vehicle was submerged in floodwaters caused by torrential rainfall. The National Weather Service had issued flood warnings for several counties in Oklahoma, urging residents to avoid travel if possible.
The storms are part of a larger weather system impacting the Southern Plains. In addition to the flooding, forecasters warned of the potential for large hail and strong winds in parts of Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma on Sunday. Residents were advised to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions.
"The combination of saturated ground and additional rainfall created a dangerous situation," said a spokesperson for the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management. "We urge everyone to heed warnings and avoid driving through flooded areas." Rescue efforts were hampered by the ongoing storms, but emergency crews worked tirelessly to reach those in need. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed.
Oklahoma Flooding Kills Two After Texas Tornadoes
Severe weather sweeping across the Southern Plains led to deadly flooding in Oklahoma. Two people died after their vehicle became trapped in rising floodwaters. The storms, which followed tornadoes in Texas, brought heavy rain and dangerous conditions. Forecasters warned of continued risks of hail and strong winds in parts of Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma.