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WINTER WEATHER: What you need to know to stay safe and warm

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TULSA, Okla. — Temperatures are dropping around Green Country and the City of Tulsa is making sure everyone has ways to stay safe and warm.

2 News is keeping an eye on ways to keep yourself, your family, and even those living on the streets safe.

The City of Tulsa opened four warming stations:

  • John 3:16 Mission- adults males only
  • Tulsa Day Center- adults only
  • The Salvation Army- families and individuals
  • Youth Services of Tulsa- under 18 only

What to Do if You Encounter Someone Unhoused and in Need of Help

  • In an Emergency: Call 911 immediately for urgent medical or safety concerns.
  • Request Outreach Assistance: If someone needs help from an outreach team on-site, fill out an Outreach Request Form [housingsolutionstulsa.org] and Housing Solutions will send someone out to check on them as quickly as possible.  

How You Can Help

  • Donate Winter Gear: Items such as warm blankets, hats, gloves, and socks are greatly needed. Donations can be made at Tulsa Day Center, 415 W. Archer.
  • Support Local Shelters: Monetary contributions to local shelters and outreach teams ensure quick and flexible support where it’s most needed.

Make sure you keep your home safe from the cold:

  • Drip your indoor faucets that are outside of your house.
  • Cover your outside faucets.
  • If you think your pipes may be frozen, call the city of Tulsa at 311 for assistance.

When it comes to pets make sure you're taking precautions to keep them safe:

  • Bring them inside during these temperatures.
  • If they need to stay outside, check if their shelter is insulated.
  • Bundle them up and protect their paws from ice and salt.


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