Tulsa, Oklahoma – Thunderstorms could rattle parts of Tulsa by Saturday afternoon, with lightning and brief downpours posing hazards for outdoor plans and travel.
According to the National Weather Service in Tulsa, scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop after midday across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas, including Tulsa County. The primary threat is dangerous lightning, with limited risk for flash flooding due to isolated heavy rain.
Storm coverage is expected to build throughout the day before tapering off into the evening. Travelers on U.S. 75 and I-44 should be alert for wet roads and reduced visibility. Outdoor events could be delayed, especially in parks, near lakes, or in open spaces without shelter…