Oklahoma is bracing for yet another round of severe weather Saturday evening.

According to the National Weather Service, all potential hazards are possible, including high winds, hail, heavy rain, and tornadoes.

This article will be updated through the night as the weather develops across the state.

Severe thunderstorms have crossed into Oklahoma from Texas. Most of Oklahoma remains under a tornado watch until 11 p.m.

Organizers of the Paseo Arts Festival announced on Facebook that the event will be closing at 5 p.m. Saturday. The festival will return from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. on Sunday, and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Monday.

Riverwind Casino in Norman announced its Beats and Bites event has been postponed until a later date. Tickets to the event can be refunded.

Prepare for severe weather now

Regardless of any particular forecast, here are some things you can do to get ready for Oklahoma’s severe weather season.

• Figure out now where you’ll go if you need to seek shelter; there are no public shelters in Oklahoma City
• If you have access to a storm shelter, clean it out and get ready to use it
• Get a flashlight and spare batteries
• If you own a weather radio, make sure it’s programmed and working properly
• Identify your source for immediate weather information, like from local meteorologists
• Sit down with your family and discuss what to do if there is a tornado threat
• Do you have pets? Make sure there’s a plan to keep your furry friends safe and secure

Oklahoma rainfall totals

Find daily rainfall totals using this Oklahoma Mesonet rainfall map.

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