Payne County Storms & Outages
Key Questions
What is the current weather outlook for Payne County?
A flood watch is in effect with 3-4 inches of rain possible through the weekend and additional severe storms expected Thursday evening through Saturday. The pattern includes risks of hail, strong winds, and flash flooding, though the rain has been beneficial for drought conditions.
Are there power outages in Payne County due to the storms?
Yes, there are currently 2,520 ongoing outages along with active OEM operations and a Tornado Watch. Utility aid through ECAP is available with a deadline for up to $750 in assistance amid shutoffs.
Has Governor Stitt issued a disaster declaration for Payne County?
The governor declared a disaster emergency for eastern Oklahoma counties including Tulsa, Creek, and Okfuskee due to flooding. Payne County is not yet included but the declaration could expand.
When will the rain and storms end in the area?
Rain is expected to end Thursday morning with additional storm chances returning Thursday evening and continuing over the weekend. An active pattern with a heat spike is forecast for next week.
What rainfall totals are expected in Payne County?
Forecasters warn of multiple inches of rain possible, with 2-4 inches expected over the weekend. A Flood Watch remains in effect across a large portion of Oklahoma on Sunday.
Good soaking rain through Wednesday, beneficial for drought but with flooding risk; rain ending Thursday morning. Additional storms Friday and Saturday with severe potential (hail, winds). Latest forecast (5/28) shows active pattern continuing with heat spike next week. New flood watch for Payne County with 3-4 inches possible. Ongoing outages (2,520), OEM ops, Tornado Watch 321. Gov. Stitt issued disaster emergency declaration for eastern Oklahoma (Tulsa, Creek, Okfuskee) due to flooding; Payne County not yet included but could expand. ECAP deadline for up to $750 utility aid amid shutoffs. New update: storm chances return Thursday evening with potential severe weather and flash flooding over the weekend, 2-4 inches of rain expected.