The National Weather Service office in Norman, Oklahoma issued a cold weather advisory early this morning for Oklahoma and portions of northern Texas. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. CST, with expected wind chill values ranging from 5°F above zero to 12°F below zero. Sunny skies are forecast for later today, with a high temperature near 27°F.
The advisory covers areas across central, east central, northern, northwest, southeast, southern, southwest, and western Oklahoma, as well as northern Texas. The NWS states that wind chills may further lower apparent temperatures and that prolonged exposure could pose a risk of hypothermia. Early this morning, wind chill values were reported as low as 10°F below zero.
Residents are advised to wear appropriate cold-weather clothing, including hats and gloves, to help reduce the risk of cold-related health issues. The advisory also highlights potential impacts on pets and recommends keeping animals indoors when possible during the period of extreme cold.
The advisory outlines recommended precautions, including exercising caution when traveling outdoors and wearing appropriate clothing, such as hats and gloves. Evening temperatures tonight are expected to remain in the low to mid-19s. Conditions are projected to improve on Sunday, with sunny skies and a forecasted high near 49°F.
