Multiple videos from Oklahoma City show intense flooding as a National Weather Service (NWS) alert was issued on Saturday. A flood watch is currently in effect through Sunday afternoon for parts of Oklahoma and western North Texas, with expected rainfall between 1 to 2 inches and isolated areas receiving 4 inches or more.
4 PM- The risk for dangerous, life-threatening flash flooding continues to increase across Oklahoma City and the north and west side of the metro, including Edmond, Bethany, Yukon and Mustang!
We’ve already received reports of flooded roadways. Avoid travel in these areas! #okwx pic.twitter.com/M6GDgKnzDM
— NWS Norman (@NWSNorman) July 12, 2025
Flooding Alert Issued
“Heavy rain could lead to flooding of low-lying areas, rivers/creeks, and roadways. Be prepared for possible flooding this weekend,” the NWS alert stated.
Warnings have been issued for several areas, including Oklahoma City, Edmond, Bethany, Yukon, and Mustang. Social media videos captured submerged roads and stranded vehicles, indicating significant impacts on transportation, especially along Interstate 35 amidst widespread power outages.
Thunderstorms Trigger Flood Warnings
On Saturday, thunderstorms brought heavy rainfall to central Oklahoma, prompting a Flash Flood Warning for Oklahoma County, southeastern Canadian County, and southeastern Logan County, effective until late Saturday.
Interstate 35 Under Threat
While no specific closures of I-35 have been reported, local media suggest that the highway is likely to be affected by the floods.
Power Outages in the Area
Utility company OG&E reported over 2,641 power outages in the Oklahoma City metro area at the time of this report, primarily affecting eastern Oklahoma.
Areas At Risk of Flooding
The NWS identified several locations likely to experience flooding, including:
- Oklahoma City
- Edmond
- Yukon
- Bethany
- Warr Acres
- The Village
- Nichols Hills
- Arcadia
- Forest Park
- Woodlawn Park
- Lake Aluma
- The Capitol
- The Fairgrounds
- Downtown Edmond
- Wiley Post Airport
“At 6:57 PM CDT, emergency management reported heavy rain in the warned area due to thunderstorms has led to multiple roadways closed from Edmond to Yukon. Flooding is ongoing. Between 2 and 5 inches of rain have fallen,” the agency concluded in its latest alert.
