Tulsa, Oklahoma – Drivers across the Tulsa area may need to prepare for potentially hazardous travel next weekend as confidence continues to increase that winter weather could impact parts of northeast Oklahoma. While exact details remain uncertain, the overall pattern is becoming more favorable for wintry conditions that could quickly affect road safety.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, there is a medium chance that a winter weather event could impact eastern Oklahoma late next week, particularly from Friday night into Saturday. Forecasters emphasize that very cold air is expected to be in place, increasing the likelihood that any precipitation could fall as snow, sleet, or freezing rain. However, the precise timing, type, and intensity of precipitation remain unclear and are likely to change over the coming days.
If wintry precipitation develops, major routes such as I-44, U.S. 75, U.S. 169, and the Broken Arrow Expressway would be most vulnerable to slick and icy conditions, especially overnight and during early morning travel. Even light accumulation could lead to rapid deterioration of road conditions given cold pavement temperatures.
Residents are encouraged to begin light preparations now by checking vehicles, restocking winter safety kits, and monitoring updated forecasts throughout the week. Officials stress that confidence in impacts will improve closer to the event, and additional advisories or outlooks are likely as details come into focus.
