Tulsa, Oklahoma – Severe thunderstorms are battering parts of central and northeastern Oklahoma early Friday, bringing 70 mph winds, ping pong ball-sized hail, and the threat of power outages across the Tulsa and Oklahoma City metro areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa and Norman, multiple warnings remain in effect until at least 5:30 a.m. for counties including Tulsa, Creek, Cleveland, Lincoln, and Oklahoma. Radar indicates a fast-moving line of storms producing damaging winds and hail up to 1.5 inches. A wind gust of 77 mph was recorded in Guthrie at 4:25 a.m.
Communities along Interstates 44 and 35—including Tulsa, Norman, Edmond, and Midwest City—should stay indoors and avoid travel until the storms pass. The most severe activity is currently tracking east at 35 to 50 mph, affecting areas like Sand Springs, Broken Arrow, Claremore, and Stillwater.
Preparedness tips: Stay away from windows, avoid unnecessary driving, and monitor local alerts. Downed trees and power lines may block roads, especially near Tulsa International Airport and Will Rogers Airport.
Storm activity is expected to weaken after sunrise, but additional advisories could be issued depending on storm intensity.
