Tulsa, OK – The National Weather Service in Tulsa is warning residents of northeast Oklahoma to exercise caution this weekend as dry, windy conditions heighten the risk of grass fires. Areas south of Highway 412 and west of Highway 75 are of greatest concern, forecasters said Saturday morning.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service Tulsa, it’s been more than a month since some portions of the region have seen measurable rainfall. Temperatures are expected to reach the upper 80s to lower 90s, with relative humidity dropping to 25–30% Saturday and 30–35% Sunday. Winds from the south and southeast could gust up to 25 mph, further increasing the potential for rapid fire spread.
Officials noted that fuels remain abnormally dry and no significant wetting rains have fallen in over 30 days. The agency is urging residents to properly dispose of lit cigarettes, avoid parking or idling vehicles on dry vegetation, and use extra caution with welding or outdoor equipment.
The heightened fire concerns are expected to peak during the afternoons on Saturday and Sunday, when temperatures and winds will be strongest. While no burn bans are currently in effect, residents are advised to report any fires immediately and ensure all previous burns are completely extinguished.
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