Tulsa, OK – Residents across eastern Oklahoma should prepare for a significant drop in temperatures this weekend as an Arctic cold front moves into the region, bringing dangerously cold conditions and subzero wind chills in some areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, confidence is high that very cold air will settle in behind the front from Friday through Monday, with the coldest conditions expected Saturday and Sunday. Forecast models indicate wind chill values could fall below zero across parts of northeastern and eastern Oklahoma, including the Tulsa metro area.
Weather officials say the exact wind chill numbers may change over the coming days due to uncertainty around factors such as cloud cover and winter precipitation. However, forecasters emphasize that the overall message remains the same: this will be a prolonged and potentially dangerous cold stretch.
Minimum wind chill values shown in NWS projections suggest temperatures feeling as cold as 10 to 20 degrees below zero in some communities during overnight and early morning hours. Daytime highs are also expected to remain well below seasonal averages, limiting opportunities for thawing.
The National Weather Service urges residents to take precautions now. This includes keeping up with updated forecasts, protecting pipes from freezing, and bringing pets indoors. People spending time outdoors should dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and limit time outside when possible.
Officials also warn against unsafe heating practices. Space heaters should be used with caution, kept away from flammable materials, and never left unattended.
The cold weather could impact travel, schools, and vulnerable populations if conditions worsen. Residents are encouraged to check on neighbors, especially the elderly, and ensure they have access to adequate heat.
Forecast updates will continue throughout the week as the Arctic air mass approaches.
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