Tulsa, Oklahoma – Drivers across northeast Oklahoma could hit sudden downpours and wind gusts topping 60 mph during the evening commute Tuesday as storms develop along a passing cold front.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, scattered storms are expected to form between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday, with the greatest impact stretching from Tulsa north toward Bartlesville and east toward the Arkansas border. The primary threats include hail up to around 1 inch in diameter and damaging straight-line winds. Tornado potential remains low but not zero.
Storms may quickly reduce visibility along major routes including I-44, U.S. 75, and Highway 169, especially during peak travel hours. Brief power outages are possible where stronger wind cores develop, particularly in Muskogee, Claremore, and surrounding communities. Emergency managers urge residents to secure loose outdoor items and keep mobile devices charged in case warnings are issued.
While the overall setup remains marginal, even isolated severe cells could produce localized damage in a short window. Residents are advised to monitor alerts closely through Tuesday evening and have multiple ways to receive warnings as conditions evolve.
