Tulsa, Oklahoma – A Fire Weather Watch is in effect Tuesday for areas along and northwest of Interstate 44, where strong winds and low humidity could accelerate wildfire spread.
According to the US National Weather Service in Tulsa, elevated to near-critical fire weather conditions are expected from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Forecasters said south to southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected, with gusts reaching 35 to 40 mph.
Minimum relative humidity values are forecast between 15% and 25%, combined with temperatures in the mid-60s to lower 70s. The agency warned that very dry conditions and high loading of fuels may lead to worse fire behavior than typically observed in similar weather setups.
Any fires that develop could spread rapidly under these conditions, according to the National Weather Service. Officials advise residents to monitor forecasts, consider delaying outdoor burning, and extinguish any previously ignited fires.
The watch covers communities along and northwest of I-44 within the Tulsa forecast area. Additional updates may be issued if conditions intensify or if warnings become necessary.
Dry, windy afternoons can also affect students participating in outdoor activities and young workers employed in landscaping or construction.
Residents are encouraged to stay alert for updated information from the National Weather Service Tulsa office.
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