The National Weather Service in Norman, Oklahoma, has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for much of Oklahoma and northern Texas due to dangerously low temperatures and wind chills. The National Weather Service Cold Weather Advisory is in effect from midnight through 11 a.m. CST Saturday.
Forecast conditions include wind chills ranging from 5 degrees above zero to 10 degrees below zero across central, northern, southern, western, and eastern Oklahoma, as well as parts of northern Texas. The National Weather Service warns that these conditions may lead to hypothermia if proper precautions are not taken.
Residents are advised to wear multiple layers of clothing, including hats and gloves, when outdoors. Extra caution is recommended during overnight and early morning hours when temperatures are lowest. The advisory covers several cities, including Oklahoma City, Norman, and Lawton.
The National Weather Service also advises limiting time outdoors, using caution while traveling, and keeping pets indoors. Officials encourage residents to monitor updated forecasts and follow safety guidance as cold conditions continue.
