Tulsa Weather Alert: Severe Storms May Bring Hail, High Winds, and Tornado Threat This Weekend
TULSA, OKLAHOMA — The National Weather Service in Tulsa is warning residents across eastern Oklahoma to prepare for potentially severe thunderstorms beginning Friday night and continuing through Saturday evening.
Meteorologists say the region faces a 15% chance of severe weather on Saturday, October 18, including the risk of large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornadoes.
Strongest Storms Expected Saturday Afternoon and Evening
Forecasters expect the most intense storms to develop east of McAlester, Muskogee, and Grove, stretching westward toward Highway 75. The system could produce hail up to golf-ball size and wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, which may affect outdoor events, travel, and power infrastructure.
“Residents should stay alert and have multiple ways to receive warnings,” the NWS Tulsa office advised, recommending NOAA weather radios, mobile alerts, and local media updates as key resources during the storm period.
Friday Night Storms Could Be a Precursor
While only marginal storm activity is expected overnight Friday, meteorologists say the atmosphere will quickly destabilize Saturday afternoon, leading to stronger storms as the cold front sweeps through eastern Oklahoma.
Those living near the Arkansas border may experience the most unstable conditions, increasing the chance for rotating supercells and brief tornadoes.
Safety Preparations Urged
Emergency officials are reminding residents to review severe weather plans, particularly those living in mobile homes or rural areas. Secure outdoor objects that could become airborne, and identify safe shelter areas such as interior rooms or storm cellars.
Weather models continue to fine-tune the storm timing and intensity, but confidence remains high that Saturday will bring active and possibly dangerous weather to parts of eastern Oklahoma.
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