Tulsa, Oklahoma – Extreme heat and the risk of severe storms are creating a dangerous weather setup across eastern Oklahoma this Thursday, with a heat advisory in effect for areas south of I-40 from noon to 7 p.m. and a marginal risk for damaging winds across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, heat index values could reach 108°F in cities like McAlester, Hugo, and Antlers, while actual highs will range between 96°F and 101°F. The advisory highlights risks of heat stress and heat illness, especially for vulnerable populations without air conditioning.
Meanwhile, Tulsa, Bartlesville, Muskogee, and Fayetteville face a marginal risk for severe storms this afternoon and evening, with possible 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-sized hail. The tornado threat remains limited, but residents should monitor weather updates.
Drivers are urged to avoid outdoor errands during peak heat, check on elderly neighbors, and stay hydrated. Anyone without air conditioning should seek cooler public spaces like libraries or shopping centers.
The heat advisory remains in effect until 7 p.m., with scattered thunderstorms possible into the evening hours. More updates may follow depending on how conditions evolve.
