Tulsa, Oklahoma – Brutal heat and relentless humidity are set to grip eastern Oklahoma on Friday, with Tulsa and surrounding counties facing a dangerous Extreme Heat Warning from noon to 8 p.m. Heat index values could soar as high as 111°F, raising real risks for anyone outdoors or without reliable air conditioning.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, the warning covers much of eastern Oklahoma, including Muskogee and Bartlesville, while nearby areas like McAlester and Okemah remain under a Heat Advisory for index values up to 109°F. Local emergency managers urge everyone to reschedule strenuous outdoor work to early morning or late evening and to watch for signs of heat illness. Road crews, outdoor workers, and vulnerable residents—especially those without access to air conditioning—face the greatest risks. Officials recommend checking on neighbors, pets, and anyone sensitive to heat, while taking frequent shade and water breaks if travel or outdoor activity is unavoidable.
Dangerous conditions are expected to last through the weekend, with only modest relief early next week. More warnings and advisories may follow if high temperatures persist.
Five Day Forecast for Tulsa, Oklahoma:
- Friday: Extreme heat, high 105–111°F, humid, warning in effect noon–8 p.m.
- Saturday: Hot, heat index near 107°F, slight breeze
- Sunday: Continued heat, high around 105°F, muggy overnight
- Monday: Temperatures drop slightly, high near 101°F
- Tuesday: Modest relief, high near 98°F, partly cloudy
