Tulsa, OK – Strong storms are forecast to move across northeast Oklahoma Saturday night, bringing the threat of damaging winds and large hail to cities including Tulsa, Bartlesville, and Muskogee.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, the greatest risk window extends from Saturday evening into early Sunday morning. Hail up to golf ball size and wind gusts between 60 and 70 mph are possible, primarily in northern counties such as Washington, Nowata, and Craig.
Tornado potential is currently limited, though forecasters continue to monitor whether surface-based storms will develop and how widespread coverage will be. The Tulsa metro and surrounding areas remain under a “Slight Risk” level, while more southern areas like McAlester and Hugo are in the marginal zone.
By Sunday morning, the storm threat shifts southeast, impacting areas like Fort Smith, Poteau, and Fayetteville, Arkansas, during the early afternoon. Sunday’s threat includes similar hail sizes and wind speeds, though risk levels drop slightly in most of Oklahoma.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor objects, monitor weather alerts, and prepare for sudden outages or travel delays. Stay tuned to local authorities and NOAA weather radio for updates as storm conditions evolve.
