TULSA, Okla. — Dangerously cold temperatures are in Green Country and snow is falling across the area.
2 News Oklahoma is staying on top of everything you need to know to stay safe. This live blog will be updated as the situation develops.
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SUNDAY
9:00 p.m.
EMSA said so far on Sunday, crews in the Tulsa area had responded to five cold-exposure emergencies and transported one patient to the hospital for further treatment.
Since the winter weather event began on Friday, EMSA has responded to two carbon monoxide incidents and 17 cold-exposure emergencies. Seven people were taken to the hospital for treatment.
6:00 p.m.
On top of being closed Monday, Tulsa City-County Library said only the following libraries will be open Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.:
Central Library
Hardesty Regional Library
Martin Rudisill Library
Rudisill Regional Library
Zarrow Regional Library
4:30 p.m.
Oklahoma Highway Patrol sent out an update, saying the ramps between Highway 66 and I-44 in Catoosa that were closed Sunday night are now back open.
OHP said since noon on Friday, January 23, troopers have responded to the following:
38 injury collisions
205 non-injury collisions
385 motorist assists
32 SMART responses (Stranded Motorist Assistance Recovery Teams)
4:00 p.m.
MetroLink said service will resume on Monday. Services will operate fair-free all day. Fixed route buses will operate on snow routes. MicroLink service will NOT operate.
Tulsa City-County Library announced all locations will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26.
3:00 p.m.
The City of Tulsa announced several departments or services that will be closed or have reduced availability on Monday. Tulsa City Hall will be closed on Monday for in-person services. Utility payments can still be paid online, and 311 operators will still be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tulsa Municipal Court is closed on Monday. Cases will be passed to Wednesday, January 28. Tulsa Animal Services will be closed Monday, but ACOs will continue to respond to service calls.
1:45 p.m.
The Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management says the State Emergency Operations Center remains activated today due to the ongoing winter weather conditions. ODEM says anyone who needs resources or aid can contact Beaneighbor.org, which operates through the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority and provides access to local support. That includes financial assistance, shelter, and warming center locations, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost help.
1:15 p.m.
Tulsa Health Department says all locations willl be closed on Monday, Jan. 26.
Tulsa and Creek County Senior Nutrition says its facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26.
11:15 a.m.
The City of Tulsa is reminding people not to shovel snow into the street when clearing sidewalks and walkways. Officials said the best place for snow is on the grass or landscaped areas.
Officials had an additional reminder for anyone shoveling snow: take breaks, go slow, and watch for warning signs of heart stress, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, or unusual fatigue.
Tulsa Housing Authority posted on its Facebook page, saying all offices will be closed on Monday.
9:45 a.m.
The City of Tulsa said water & sewer personnel are on standby and ready to respond to waterline breaks. The city said that as temperatures get closer to freezing by midweek, there could be an uptick in calls for service as pipes expand and thaw out.
Anyone needing to report a break can call (918) 596-9488. The city also has a waterline break board that can be accessed here.
9:00 a.m.
Pittsburg County road crews pretreated hills and key intersections overnight and into the early morning hours. Current conditions include approximately 3–6 inches of powdery snow and inches of sleet under and on top of it—meaning, roads are still slick.
8:00 a.m
EMSA updated conditions: EMSA crews in the Tulsa service area responded to two carbon monoxide incidents and 13 cold‑exposure emergencies. In all, six patients have been transported to hospitals for additional treatment.
7:45 a.m.
Owasso police updated conditions there:
City of Owasso and ODOT Street Crews have done an amazing job, but did have a bit of trouble keeping up with overnight snowfall. All roadways are worse off this morning than yesterday.
OPD responded to more stuck vehicles and stranded motorists in the past couple of hours than all day yesterday.
Please consider this a travel warning and do not venture out unless absolutely necessary until street crews have had a chance to catch up. Remember that your safety (and that of your vehicle) is not completely dependent on your own driving skills, we are sometimes at the mercy of the least skilled drivers around us.
5:30 a.m.
2 News Meteorologist Anne Brown said the official snowfall in Tulsa is 7.2 inches.
OTA crews report the following situations:
- Moderate snowpack on roadways is reported on, I-44/Will Rogers Turnpike, I-44/H.E. Bailey Turnpike, US-412/Cimarron Turnpike, US-412/Cherokee Turnpike, I-335/Kickapoo Turnpike, SH-351/Muskogee Turnpike, and SH-301/Chickasaw Turnpike.
- Lighter snow continues to impact conditions on I-344/John Kilpatrick Turnpike, I-44/Turner Turnpike, SH-364/Creek Turnpike, and SH-344/Gilcrease Expressway. Even with lighter snow, motorists are urged to slow down and use extra caution on these routes.
- The SH-375/Indian Nation Turnpike crew is reporting snow packed roads with light sleet and snow mix, further impacting slick and icy conditions.
OHP released a breakdown of incidents they're seeing the most:
From Friday, January 23, noon through Saturday, January 24, 9:00 p.m.
- Injury Collision: 28
- Motorist Assist: 175
- Non-Injury Collision: 151
- SMART (Stranded Motorist Assistance and Recovery Teams with National Guard): 19
Some schools already canceled for Monday—> https://www.kjrh.com/weather/school-closings-delays
SATURDAY
WATCH: Round 2 of Winter Weather arrives in Green Country
8:30 p.m.
EMSA said their crews in the Tulsa area have responded to one carbon monoxide incident and five cold exposure emergencies. In all, three patients have been transported to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
6:30 p.m.
Bridging the Gap Ministries in Muskogee is asking for food donations for those in need. The church has cots, blankets, and space heaters thanks to a donation from the Red Cross, but they still need food like lunch meat, beans, and rice. Donations can be brought to Bridging the Gap Ministries at 120 North 24th Street in Muskogee. They can also be reached via phone at 918-840-2651.
First United Methodist Church in Tahlequah has opened its doors to provide people a place to get out of the cold. The church is located at 300 West Delaware Street in Tahlequah. Staff tell 2 News they close the doors from 10:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., but people can still get in. Anyone needing to warm up overnight can call the church at 918-456-6141 to get assistance.
4:00 p.m.
B The Light Mission in Bartlesville has opened a warming shelter for people in need. It opened on Friday and will be open through Monday, February 2. The shelter is located at 219 North Virginia Avenue. They can also be reached via phone at 918-288-0009.
EMSA said it has responded to one carbon monoxide incident and four cold exposure emergencies so far on Saturday. Three patients were transported to hospitals for additional treatment.
Officials with Tulsa County said emergency management teams are coordinating with surrounding communities to handle the impact of winter weather. Officials said Tulsa County has the following resources in place:
- 15 trucks equipped with snowplows and salt spreaders
- 3 brine application trucks
- 1 motor grader for heavy plowing
- Approximately 6,000 tons of salt and 6,000 gallons of brine
There are two warming stations operating in Broken Arrow:
- Central Park Community Center, 1500 S. Main St. (Saturday, Jan. 24, and Sunday, Jan. 25 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
- Harvest Church, 1814 S. Main St. (Saturday, Jan. 24, and Sunday, Jan. 25 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
3:15 p.m.
The Catoosa Police Department announced ODOT will be closing ramps to Highway 66. That includes the southbound travel lanes onto I-44 westbound and the I-44 eastbound ramp onto Highway 66 northbound. Traffic will be routed to Pine Street and North 193rd East Avenue, respectively.
Oklahoma Alliance for Animals posted on its Facebook page, saying its 69th East Avenue facility was open for anyone who needed supplies to keep pets and other animals warm. They are located at 7140 S 69th East Avenue.
1:00 p.m.
Tulsa International Airport shows several departing flights cancelled. Travelers are always encouraged to contact the airline to ensure their flight is proceeding as planned.
11:15 a.m.
Tulsa Police Department posted an update on social media. In the post, TPD said between 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., officers responded to only 2 injury collisions and 1 hit-and-run. There were also a few non-injury collisions.
TPD said as of this morning, most shelters are at or near capacity, but there is still space for those in need.
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority said most turnpike conditions across the state remain snow-packed, with some icy, slick spots on the state's southern turnpikes. OTA said crews will work in 12-hour shifts around the clock until the turnpikes are clear and dry.
10:45 a.m.
The City of Tulsa said crews have been plowing and applying salt to main roads. The city said a special focus is being given to typical problem areas, like 61st Street and Sheridan Road, and the Tulsa Hills area.
A portion of South Elwood Avenue, near Turkey Mountain, is closed until further notice due to winter weather.
The city is reminding the public about specific shelters open 24/7 during this weather event:
1. John 3:16 Mission, 506 N. Cheyenne Ave.
2. Salvation Army Center of Hope, 102 N. Denver Ave.
3. Tulsa Day Center, 415 W. Archer St. - Pets accepted (limited capacity)
4. CREOKS Winter Shelter, 7216 E. Admiral Blvd. -
Pets accepted, Capacity 250 (from Friday – Sunday night)
5. Tulsa Dream Center West (emergency shelter), 4122 W. 55th Pl.
Pets accepted, Capacity 150 (from 2 p.m. Friday - Sunday night)
PSO said it has deployed more than 1,350 line workers, forestry crews, and support staff across the state to respond to power outages. Anyone dealing with an outage is encouraged to report it at psoklahoma.com/outages/report/ or by calling 1-883-776-7697.
9:25 a.m.
Tulsa Animal Services is closed to the public today due to inclement weather.
Crews closed the Williams Crossing pedestrian bridge due to hazardous conditions. The bridge edges may improve before the center; however, if barriers are in place, please do not enter or attempt to cross the bridge.
9:00 a.m.
Gov. Kevin Stitt joined 2 News Oklahoma to talk about conditions across the state and how crews are handling it:
8:30 a.m.
There are posts circulating on social media that power companies are rotating outages due to stress on the grid, 2 News reached out to PSO and this is NOT TRUE.
EMSA responded to 8 cold exposure calls and took 3 people to the hospital, they urge people to stay inside if they can.
PSO crews are ready to respond to any outages:
6:30 a.m.
Department of Transportation crews treated slick and hazardous conditions across much of the state, including the Oklahoma City and Tulsa metro areas.
Overnight, crews were activated in the Northern and Eastern portions of the state to address blowing snow and drifts mostly north of I-40, with icier conditions reported further south and southeast. Highways should be considered slick and hazardous across most of the state and slick in spots in the Panhandle and much of Northwest Oklahoma, with hazardous conditions reported in Harper, Woods, and Woodward counties.
Transportation crews continue winter weather operations as the storm moves across the state. See images from ODOT snow plows at OKSnowplows.org.
Oklahoma Turnpike Authority crews are treating conditions ranging from light to moderate snow to sleet with low visibility across all turnpikes due to blowing snow.
If motorists must travel this morning, they are advised to use extreme caution and to drive for conditions by slowing down. Drivers should allow for extra travel time and use extreme caution on bridges and overpasses. It is particularly important to give snowplows extra space and not try to pass them due to visibility issues.
Moderate snowfall with some snowpack occurring on roadways is reported on I-44/Will Rogers Turnpike, US-412/Cherokee Turnpike, US-412/Cimarron Turnpike, SH-375/Indian Nation Turnpike, and SH-301/Chickasaw Turnpike.
Lighter snow is currently impacting I-44/Turner Turnpike, SH-344/Gilcrease Expressway, SH-364/Creek Turnpike, SH-351/Muskogee Turnpike, I-344/John Kilpatrick Turnpike and I-335/Kickapoo Turnpike. Even with lighter snow, motorists are urged to slow down and use extra caution on these routes.
The I-44/H.E. Bailey Turnpike is icy from sleet between the Oklahoma City metro area to the south near Randlett in Cotton County in Southwestern Oklahoma.
FRIDAY
4:20 p.m.
All MetroLink Tulsa routes will be suspended Saturday and Sunday.
3:20 p.m.
The City of Tulsa has issued a state of emergency. City crews are in the final stages of road preparations. Residents should remember that during winter storms, road conditions can remain hazardous regardless of treatment efforts. If you see City plows or treatment vehicles, keep your distance and never attempt to pass them while they are working.
For a complete list of the City's assets to combat winter precipitation, in addition to a map of the City's snow and ice routes, click here.
The City of McAlester has issued a state of emergency ahead of the storm. The declaration will remain in effect through January 30 unless extended.
This declaration allows the City to activate its emergency operations and resources, coordinate all City departments and emergency resources, and respond quickly to protect public safety while crews continue working to address road conditions, utilities, and other impacts from the storm.
WATCH: Extended interview with McAlester Mayor Justin Few ahead of Winter Storm Jan 23 2026
3:00 p.m.
The Philbrook Museum will be closed Saturday and Sunday.
2:35 p.m.
The University of Tulsa is closing at 3 p.m. today and will remain closed throughout the weekend. On-campus dining options will remain available tonight, and students are encouraged to keep an eye out for future weather updates.
The City of Muskogee is now operating on an inclement weather policy through Monday, January 26.
12:45 p.m.
All TCCL locations will close at 3 p.m. on Friday and remain closed throughout the weekend.
11:25 a.m.
The City of Broken Arrow has released an update involving winter weather operations.
Street Maintenance
Once the snow begins, the Streets and Stormwater crew will work in two 12-hour shifts around the clock until all roads are clear.
Crews are prepared with:
- Five 3/4 ton pickups with plows and brine sprayers
- 13 dump trucks with plows and sanders
- One motor grader
- Two 2,000 gallon brine tanks mounted on trucks
- 2,700 tons of salt
- 10,000 gallons of brine
- 79 plow blades
Trash and Recycling Curb Pickup
On Monday, Jan. 26, trash and recycling services will be suspended out of an abundance of caution for the safety and well-being of our employees. Services will slide to the following day next week. For example, regular Monday service moves to Tuesday, Tuesday service moves to Wednesday, and so on.
Also, in anticipation of frigid temperatures and snow-packed residential streets, during the week of Jan. 26, one route will be run to collect the trash and recycling together. Customers who do not want their recyclables to go to the landfill should not set out their blue recycling cart. Bags of trash placed outside of the carts will not be picked up.
Fire Operations
The Broken Arrow Fire Department will staff four additional units from Friday through Sunday, with the ability to add three more units if conditions worsen or call volume increases. These units will be strategically positioned throughout the city to ensure timely emergency responses.
The Broken Arrow Fire Department advises residents to remain indoors as much as possible. Slips and falls are the most common emergency calls received during winter weather events. Hazardous road conditions contribute to delayed response and increased hospital transport times.
Police Operations
The Broken Arrow Police Department advises that if you are heading out to enjoy the snow or to go sledding, please avoid parking along the roadways. Parked vehicles make travel more dangerous and prevent crews from clearing streets safely.
Fleet Services
The Maintenance Services Department has mechanics available to perform necessary repairs on snowplowing vehicles and equipment, police vehicles, and fire apparatus during this event. Mechanics and the in-house NAPA facility that stocks parts are staffed around the clock to ensure repairs are completed quickly and efficiently, reducing vehicle and equipment downtime.
Water Utility Services
Crews will be available for emergency water line repairs. Property owners are encouraged to let water flow through the line to help prevent freezing. This can generally be accomplished by letting an interior faucet drip slowly.
City staff will remain available during this weather event. If you need your water turned off at the meter, call 918-258-8400. Call 918-258-3587 if a water line breaks during normal business hours.
Warming Stations
Two warming stations are available in the City of Broken Arrow this weekend.
- Central Park Community Center, 1500 S. Main Street - open Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Harvest Church, 1814 S. Main Street - open Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Please note, the Drainage Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, Jan. 26, at 6 p.m. is cancelled.
9:15 a.m.
Gov. Stitt's office released details on how the state is preparing:
State Emergency Operations Center Coordination EOC is activated at Level 2 to support state response activities and any possible resource requests from local jurisdictions.
Stranded Motorist Assistance Recovery Teams: Seven teams, operating under the direction of the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, consist of approximately 8 Guardsmen each, utilizing Humvees, wreckers, and Light Medium Tactical Vehicles. These teams will be based in Woodward, Weatherford, Ardmore, Vinita, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Durant.
Road Clearing, Treatment, and Maintenance:
- ODOT crews started pre-treating efforts across the state on Tuesday. Crews statewide will continue to monitor the approaching weather system. Statewide winter resources for ODOT include more than 500 multi-use trucks, including approximately 50 in Oklahoma City and 25 in Tulsa.
- Oklahoma Turnpike Authority crews began pre-treating turnpikes, bridges and overpasses Wednesday. Pre-treatment work continues today across the turnpike system. OTA has 100 trucks with plows ready, which includes 17 tow plows that plow multiple lanes at a time.
