Forecasters say millions of people in the central United States could see powerful storms Monday including long-track tornadoes, hurricane-force winds and baseball-sized hail.

The severe weather threat is predicted to move into Oklahoma City around 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. According to the City of OKC, having a plan and communicating effectively can help protect your family and friends in a severe weather situation. Officials say residents should have multiple ways of receiving weather information.

Tornado-warned storms with large hail and torrential rain pummeled parts of the Plains. More Videos. Texas tornado caught on camera by storm chaser