Local meteorologists forecast more heavy winds to hit central and southwest Oklahoma. After last week's events, experts caution Oklahomans to stay safe.

Wildfires swept through several parts of Oklahoma on Friday and a near-critical fire threat is expected to continue Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. The powerful winds of up to 70 mph were part of a "monster" storm that was raging across the United States,

After a beautiful day on Thursday, Oklahomans will need to prepare for a high fire danger risk on Friday as strong wind gusts will blow through the state. KOCO 5 Meteorologist Joseph Neubauer says a red flag warning has been issued for western and northwestern Oklahoma as well as the Oklahoma Panhandle.