Tulsa, OK – Residents across eastern Oklahoma should prepare for multiple rounds of severe weather today, with the strongest storms expected this afternoon and evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, severe thunderstorms are most likely between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday, with risks extending into the overnight hours. Forecasters warn that all hazards are possible, including tornadoes, very large hail, and damaging winds up to 70 miles per hour.
The greatest threat window for areas north of Muskogee, including Tulsa, runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., while storms farther south toward McAlester and Hugo may peak later, between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Some storms could linger into early Wednesday morning.
Meteorologists note that hail could reach up to golf-ball size or larger, and scattered tornadoes cannot be ruled out. The National Weather Service emphasized the importance of having multiple ways to receive warnings, especially with storms possible after dark.
Drivers should prepare for potential travel delays along major highways including I-44, I-40, and U.S. 69. Residents are encouraged to secure outdoor items, charge devices in case of power outages, and review severe weather safety plans.
