1 flash flood, as filed by the National Weather Service.
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The Norman radar (KTLX), 68 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 15:00 UTC.
1 flash flood. Local standard time, as filed.
Flooding occurred over the north and west side of El Reno along Fourmile Creek connecting the North Canadian River and Lake El Reno. Many roads and properties were under water of various depth. Also, some streets on the south side of El Reno near Highway 81 were impassable due to the high water.
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