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Fall colors and wildlife spotted along Oklahoma's Talimena Scenic Drive
TALIHINA, Okla. - Fall colors are popping across the metro, and the Talimena National Scenic Byway in southeast Oklahoma offers a seasonal display of vibrant foliage and wildlife. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong began his journey in Midwest City, where he noted the fantastic reds, oranges, and yellows along Douglas Boulevard near I-40. Farther east, he made a detour onto 45th Street in Shawnee, where he found more colorful foliage.
Hail falls in downtown Edmond as storms moves through OKC metro
Hail fell hard in downtown Edmond Thursday afternoon as storms moved through the OKC metro, and drivers could see impacts to their evening commute.
Fall foliage changes delayed in Oklahoma amid warm weather
Oklahoma's warm fall weather, with highs in the low 80s and no freeze, is delaying the seasonal changes in foliage across the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said the warm and dry weather pattern has had an impact, but the bigger factor is the shortening of days, which signals trees to stop producing chlorophyll. "That process is well underway," Armstrong said. Video gathered on Wednesday shows many trees still holding onto their leaves, though they won't have them much longer.
Warm Days, Rain Returns Friday
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect morning showers ending with a high near 75° this afternoon and a south breeze at 10-15 mph.
Warm, Dry Fall Days
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 53 degrees with light winds and clear skies and highs on Thursday near 80.
Heavy rain boosts Oklahoma lake levels but drought concerns remain
Nearly a foot of rain in parts of Oklahoma last week brought much-needed relief, filling farm ponds and raising water levels in lakes across central and western parts of the state. KOCO 5 Field Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said the rain's impact was incredible. Just a couple of weeks ago, Michael walked out to the middle of a pond here in Edmond. Now, he would need a boat or a swimsuit. Just weeks ago, the same pond was nearly dry after months of little to no rain.
Windy and Much Cooler (Oct. 16, 2026)
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect a dry Friday with temperatures staying cool as highs warm to 58° with north winds at 30 mph.
Semi overturns on I-40 as severe storms move toward OKC metro
A tractor-trailer overturned on Interstate 40 in Canadian County as severe storms with strong winds moved through the area. The crash left the semi completely on its side and caused traffic disruptions near mile marker 109 in the eastbound lanes of I-40. Sign up for our Newsletters The incident occurred just before the Calumet exit.
Semi overturns on I-40 as severe storms move toward OKC metro
A tractor-trailer overturned near mile marker 109 on I-40 in Canadian County, leaving the trailer on its side and causing traffic disruptions.
2 More Hot Days, Then Storms
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 67 with highs tomorrow near 90 and a gusty south breeze.
Hot, Then Storms Next Week
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 62 with highs on Sunday near 90 degrees and a gusty south wind at 20 mph.
Heat Stays for the Weekend
ALL RIGHT. 'RE GOING THREE TWO. I'M. KOCO 5. METEOROLOGIST. MICHAEL ARMSTRONG. WITH YOUR UPDATED FIR ALERTRECAS AND WE'RE STILL SEEING THOSE OVERNIGHT LOWS DROP DOWN THEPPER 50S AND LOW 60S WITH THAT DRY AIR ALSO HEATS UP REALLY FAST. SO LOWS FOR TONIGHT. YEAH. THERE THEY ARE. UPPER 50S AND LOW 60S. OUR RECORD LOW FOR TONIGHT INTO EARLY TOMORROW 28 BACK IN 2000. BUT NO THERE'S NO 30S. THERE'S NO 20 SHOWING UP FOR US ANY TIME SOON. 60 DEGREES TOMORROW MORNING FOR OUR LOW.
Warm Days/Cool Nights
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows near 60 tonight with highs tomorrow in the upper 80s and light south winds.
Flooding on Broadway Extension causes slow traffic, dangerous driving conditions
Heavy rain caused interstates to flood in Oklahoma City on Wednesday afternoon, but another round of severe weather is expected overnight. Oklahoma City saw more rain during the first round of storms than the total rainfall over the last 75 days combined, resulting in flooding and slow drainage in several areas, including the Broadway Extension. Sky 5 captured aerial footage of the flooding, showing at least one lane submerged due to storms that moved in earlier.
New Mexico flooding
New Mexico is experiencing dangerous flooding as torrential rains from Hurricane Polo's remnants bring record tropical moisture, with flood watches issued for the entire state and most of Arizona. New Mexico flooding Video from recent storms in New Mexico shows severe flooding, and experts warn that the saturated ground, combined with the mountainous terrain and additional moisture from Hurricane Polo, could lead to devastating flash floods.
Stormy Pattern By Mid-Week (Sept. 27, 2026)
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows near 68 tonight and highs on Monday near 90 with a light south breeze.
Thunderstorms expected across Oklahoma with cooler midweek temperatures
Oklahoma is set to experience scattered thunderstorms and rain this weekend, with a mix of dry and stormy conditions expected through the coming days. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said a cluster of storms is expected to develop across northern Oklahoma Saturday night and move toward central and northeastern parts of the state.
Storms Possible Tonight/Sunday
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect a few thunderstorms overnight with lows near 68 and highs on Sunday near 92.
Oklahomans could see much needed rain from Hurricane Polo
Meteorologists are closely watching Hurricane Polo, a Category 5 storm, as it could send moisture to Oklahoma, similar to the remnants of Hurricane Tico that caused historic flooding in 1983. When people think of hurricanes, they often associate them with the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf Coast. However, Pacific hurricanes, like Tico, have also impacted Oklahoma.
Oklahoma drought worsens as wildfires burn more than 350,000 acres
Oklahoma is facing a worsening drought, with officials comparing the current conditions to the devastating drought of 2011-2012 and warning of its impact on wildfires and firefighters. "We've seen fires that we contained 25 days ago that are coming back to life," said Andy James, assistant director of Oklahoma Forestry Services. Firefighters have been working under extreme conditions.
Historic drought grips Oklahoma as officials seek millions in relief
Officials at the Oklahoma state Capitol shared updates on the ongoing drought and fire risks. KOCO 5 Field Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said that ponds that had water two weeks ago are now completely dry. The message was loud and clear Monday that this drought is serious, and officials are working to get help to Oklahomans who need it. "So, we are in bad shape across the entire state," State Climatologist Gary McManus said.
Heat and storm risk Tuesday
KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong has your updated storm timeline for Tuesday.
More Heat This Week (Sept. 13, 2026)
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows near 77° tonight and highs on Monday near 100° with a breezy south wind.
Storms Tonight, Hot on Sunday
KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect some isolated storms tonight with lows near 75 degrees and dry with highs near 100 degrees on Sunday. More rain chances and cooler air will arrive by late next week going into next weekend.
Timeline: Storms with strong wind possible amid severe thunderstorm watch Saturday night
It's an alert day, as a severe thunderstorm watch and some severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued on Saturday in Oklahoma. The severe thunderstorm watch was issued for northwestern and central Oklahoma, including the OKC metro. Sign up for our Newsletters A level 2 slight risk has been issued for northwestern Oklahoma, and there's a level 1 marginal risk for the rest of the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong shows what you need to know.
Storms possible late Saturday
KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says storms with damaging winds are possible as a severe thunderstorm watch continues into Saturday night.
Rain offers some relief to parts of Oklahoma, but drought challenges remain
Rainfall brought much-needed relief to parts of Oklahoma, but the ongoing drought continues to affect much of the state, with severe impacts in some areas. The Oklahoma Mesonet reported that Newkirk in northern Oklahoma received just over 2 inches of rain, while Bessie in western Oklahoma recorded 1.6 inches. Cheyenne saw just under 1.5 inches, and southern Oklahoma, including Sulphur, experienced 1 to 2 inches in several areas.
Record heat and storm chances later
KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong shows you the latest record-breaking heat in Oklahoma on Wednesday before storms move in late tonight and into Thursday.
'Fill Your Brain': An Appreciation of New College Professor Arthur MacArthur ('Mac') Miller
Editor’s note: Arthur MacArthur “Mac” Miller died on Aug. 28, 2026. A beloved professor emeritus of British and American literature at New College, he started teaching when the school opened its doors in 1964 and retired 41 years later in 2005. Smart, witty, irreverent and generous with his time and encouragement, Miller was a mentor to generations of New College students. He welcomed debate, every kind of creativity and loved the liberal arts and his students.
Flash drought leads to significant water level drops in central Oklahoma
A flash drought is causing dramatic drops in water levels at Lake Hefner and neighborhood ponds in Edmond, central Oklahoma, with visible effects on the environment and agriculture. "This flash drought can be clearly seen in some of the lakes and ponds around the area. I've seen some pretty dramatic drops in Edmond neighborhoods and at Lake Hefner," said KOCO 5 field meteorologist Michael Armstrong.
Hikers describe flash flood in Grand Canyon that left 2 dead, 1 still missing
Updated: 10:08 AM EDT Sep 1, 2026Editorial Standards ⓘ A sudden flash flood in the Grand Canyon on Saturday killed two people, left dozens missing before they were rescued, and caused extensive damage to campsites, trails and infrastructure. The flood, caused by a monsoon storm, swept through Bright Angel Campground and Phantom Ranch, destroying bridges, campsites and buildings. Officials confirmed the body of a 46-year-old man was recovered from the Colorado River on Saturday night.
Hikers describe flash flood in Grand Canyon that left 2 dead, 14 others missing
A sudden flash flood in the Grand Canyon on Saturday killed two people, left 14 others missing, and caused extensive damage to campsites, trails and infrastructure. The flood, caused by a monsoon storm, swept through Bright Angel Campground and Phantom Ranch, destroying bridges, campsites and buildings. Officials confirmed the body of a 46-year-old man was recovered from the Colorado River on Saturday night.
Lightning sparks wildfire near Blair as drought-fueled flames race through cedar trees
BLAIR, Okla. - A lightning strike sparked a wildfire near Blair on Tuesday night as storms brought much-needed rain but also dangerous conditions during severe drought. >> VIDEO ABOVE: Video shows blaze after lightning sparks fire in Blair, Oklahoma Field meteorologist Michael Armstrong said he arrived at the scene almost immediately, just south of the Quartz Mountains, where a couple of residents and a single Blair brush pumper were assessing the fire.
Semi fire shuts down eastbound I-40 in Candian County after mechanical failure
A semi caught fire on eastbound I-40 in Canadian County after a mechanical failure, shutting down lanes for drivers.
Weekend forecast: Heat returns to Oklahoma with triple-digit temperatures for much of the state
Oklahoma residents are in for a hot weekend, with temperatures expected to climb above 100 degrees and a slight chance of rain in some parts of the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said that for Friday night, there is a slight risk of showers across parts of central and eastern Oklahoma. Temperatures overnight will drop into the 70s, with south winds blowing 10 to 15 mph.
Heat returns to Oklahoma with triple-digit temperatures for much of the state
Oklahoma residents are in for a hot weekend, with temperatures expected to climb above 100 degrees and a slight chance of rain in some parts of the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said that for Friday night, there is a slight risk of showers across parts of central and eastern Oklahoma. Temperatures overnight will drop into the 70s, with south winds blowing 10 to 15 mph.
Rain Ending, Heat Returning
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect a mostly dry night with lows near 75 and highs near 102° on Saturday.
Live updates: Tracking severe storms with risk of strong winds and hail in central Oklahoma
Severe-warned storms are moving through central Oklahoma as scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible throughout the rest of Friday afternoon and into the evening. Sign up for our Newsletters Triple-digit temperatures and even hotter feels-like temperatures remain Friday and heading into the weekend. The northern half of the state, though, could see severe storms that produce damaging 70 mph winds.
Timeline: Parts of Oklahoma could see scattered showers develop throughout Friday
Oklahoma is set for a warm Thursday night with temperatures in the 70s and scattered showers possible in northern parts of the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said there is a slight chance of thunderstorms developing across the state on Friday. Sign up for our Newsletters High temperatures for Friday are expected to reach the upper 90s, with Oklahoma City and several other locations likely to stay just shy of the 100-degree mark.
Parts of Oklahoma could see scattered showers develop throughout Friday
Oklahoma is set for a warm Thursday night with temperatures in the 70s and scattered showers possible in northern parts of the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said there is a slight chance of thunderstorms developing across the state on Friday. High temperatures for Friday are expected to reach the upper 90s, with Oklahoma City and several other locations likely to stay just shy of the 100-degree mark.
Isolated Storms and Still Hot
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 75 with highs on Friday near 100 degrees and a slight chance of thunderstorms.
Heat Building Again
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 66° and highs on Monday near 100° with a light south breeze.
Heat Wave Returning Soon
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 67° with highs on Sunday near 94° and a light north breeze. More heat arrives next week.
Weekend forecast: Cooler temperatures for Oklahoma before next heat wave moves in
Oklahoma residents will experience a short-lived break from the recent heat, with cooler temperatures expected Friday night and on Saturday. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said tonight's temperatures will be warm but about 10 degrees cooler than recent nights, with lows in the lower 70s across many areas and even some 60s. Sign up for our Newsletters Highs on Saturday will also drop, with a forecast of 93 degrees compared to the 103-105 range seen recently.
Cooler temperatures for Oklahoma before next heat wave moves in
Oklahoma residents will experience a short-lived break from the recent heat, with cooler temperatures expected Friday night and on Saturday. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Michael Armstrong said tonight's temperatures will be warm but about 10 degrees cooler than recent nights, with lows in the lower 70s across many areas and even some 60s. Highs on Saturday will also drop, with a forecast of 93 degrees compared to the 103-105 range seen recently. There will be plenty of sunshine with no chance of rain.
Cooler this Weekend
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows tonight near 70° with highs on Saturday near 93° and a north wind at 15 mph.
Chance of Rain, Cooler Weekend
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows near 80 tonight and highs near 103 tomorrow with a 30% chance of rain. Cooler air arrives this weekend.
New research leads to questions about Enid's EF4 tornado rating
ENID, Okla. - New research techniques are prompting renewed discussion about the official EF4 rating of the Enid tornado that struck April 23, with findings suggesting some damage may be consistent with an EF5 classification. As technology and research evolve, meteorologists are reconsidering the intensity of past strong tornadoes. Similar to how detectives use new DNA techniques to solve cold cases, these methods are now being applied to reassess tornado strength.
Enid walking trail buckles in extreme heat, supervisor says he's never seen damage like it
ENID, Okla. - Extreme heat caused significant damage to the Enid walking trail, with city crews completing repairs within a week and officials urging caution for users. "I couldn't believe it. I've been here 13 years and never seen anything like that on the walking trail. Six-inch concrete completely pyramided. Two 10-foot sections. Just is unbelievable," said Cory Buller, parks and recreation supervisor for the city of Enid.
After a short break our heat wave will continue.
KOCO Meteorologist Michael Armstrong says to expect lows near 75° tonight with highs tomorrow near 98°, but triple digits will return by Friday.
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