Significant rainfall causes flooding in Norman - April & May 2025

UPDATE, 12:30 PM 5/2/25: City officials have provided an update on extended road closures.

UPDATE, 9 AM 4/30/25: Norman remains under a Significant Flash Flooding and Severe Weather Risk, per the National Weather Service. If travel must be had, motorists are again encouraged to stay aware of their surroundings and never drive into flooded roadways. Multiple roadways are closed throughout the city.

Note that although roadways may look dry following flood events, they are thoroughly inspected before reopening to ensure safety of motorists. Never drive around road barricades.

• Learn more about actions to take during and after flooding events at https://www.normanok.gov/media/18592
• Learn more about accessing and completing a flood damage form at https://www.normanok.gov/form/flood-damage-form
• Sign up for Norman-specific emergency alerts by call, text or email at https://www.normanok.gov/public-safety/police-department/crime-prevention-data/alertnorman-emergency-notification-system

Residential Spring Cleanup collections will continue as weather conditions permit. Significant rainfall and severe weather has caused delays. Questions can be relayed to the Division of Solid Waste at (405) 329-1023.

POSTED 12:30 PM 4/26/25: Norman has experienced significant rainfall that may have caused flooding in certain areas of town. Stay aware of your surroundings and steer clear of flooded roadways, always.

• Learn more about actions to take during and after flooding events at https://www.normanok.gov/media/18592
• Learn more about accessing and completing a flood damage form at https://www.normanok.gov/form/flood-damage-form
• Sign up for Norman-specific emergency alerts by call, text or email at https://www.normanok.gov/public-safety/police-department/crime-prevention-data/alertnorman-emergency-notification-system

Follow the National Weather Service for the latest regarding our area's weather forecast.

Please note that although roadways may look dry following flood events, they are thoroughly inspected before reopening to ensure safety of motorists. Never drive around road barricades.

Around noon 4/26/25, Norman public safety agencies reported that storm sirens in our community were tested in error. Sirens are generally not tested when facing other weather threats, to avoid any public confusion. The City of Norman regrets this error.

SPRING RESIDENTIAL CLEANUP INFORMATION

As of 12 PM 4/26/25, Solid Waste Collection Crews are paused due to flooded roadways. Items may be left at the curb until collected. Continued pickup for designated areas is expected to continue through early next week.

Relevant information pertaining to city services or operations is relation to this weather event will continue to be posted to this webpage via rolling updates.

NORMAN MUSIC FESTIVAL INFORMATION

Interested parties are encouraged to search information or receive updates regarding the Norman Music Festival, a major annual event occurring through 4/26/25 this year in Downtown Norman, by downloading their app: https://normanmusicfestival.com/mobile-app/ . This event is hosted by a third party, not the City of Norman.

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