Storm Chances And High Heat Expected Thursday; Storms Possible Again Friday

It will be a hot and humid Thursday afternoon, with highs in the upper 90s and heat indices near 100 degrees!

What will the weather be like on Thursday?

Around 4:00 p.m., storms will try to develop along a stalled boundary. Storms will then drift to the southeast.

The storms should be weakening as they approach the metro, so rain chances aren't locked in. Isolated storms could become severe today with damaging winds the primary concern.

These cells could produce intense lightning, hail up to quarters, and winds to 70 mph.

Thursday night looks dry with close to record warm lows.

Friday highs will be close to records as well.

Storm chances go up Friday afternoon and evening in northern Oklahoma. Trackers will bring live updates over the next couple of days. 

Saturday will be a scorcher! The cold front moves in Sunday. Behind it, a true fall feel!

EMSA HEAT SAFETY TIPS

1. -HYDRATION is key in preventing heat-related illness. Drink plenty of water or electrolyte replacement drinks several hours before and during long exposure to the summer heat.
2. Wear light-colored, loose fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat if working outdoors, and take plenty of shade breaks.
3. No alcohol or caffeine.
4. If you do not have air conditioning, find a cooling station or public space (such as libraries or malls) during the day.
5. Don’t limit your use of air conditioning.
6. Use the buddy system if working outdoors and check on elderly neighbors.
7. Keep a cellphone on you at all times when outdoors, including walking, running daily errands, yard work or sports and physical activity.

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