Tulsa, OK – The National Weather Service in Tulsa is urging residents across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas to prepare for worsening winter weather through Sunday night as a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain continues.
According to the NWS Tulsa, travel will “likely become nearly impossible at times,” with hazardous conditions persisting well into next week. Forecasts show additional snowfall and sleet accumulation across the region, including ice buildup of up to 0.2 inches in parts of southeast Oklahoma.
Temperatures are expected to fall into the upper 20s tonight, keeping road surfaces icy and slick. The weather service warns that freezing rain may develop in some areas, creating additional travel dangers and potential power line stress.
Officials recommend residents avoid driving through Sunday. Those who must travel should pack a weather safety kit with blankets, water, and emergency supplies.
Motorists are urged to monitor updates from weather.gov/Tulsa and local agencies for the latest advisories and closures.
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