Mild & Warm Weather In Oklahoma On Tuesday As Hurricane Milton Strengthens In Florida

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Tuesday, October 8th 2024, 7:42 am

By: News 9

OKLAHOMA CITY -

This week's mornings will start chilly, but temps will heat up by the afternoon.

Tuesday looks quiet across Oklahoma, with a few clouds and a very slight chance for isolated showers.

What is the weather like on Tuesday?

This morning is cool, and this afternoon will be above average.

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Today's highs will be in the 80s and low 90s.

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We may see a few spotty showers tomorrow and tomorrow night, but most locations will stay dry.

What is the weather like in Oklahoma for the rest of the week?

We are watching the cold front that moves in Sunday for relief from the summertime heat.

HURRICANE MILTON

While we are quiet, Florida is bracing for a major storm in Hurricane Milton.

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Meanwhile, Hurricane Milton is a very strong CAT 4 and will likely be a CAT 5 again today.

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Floridians are evacuating in massive numbers. The state is preparing for winds around 140 mph, maybe stronger, a 12 to 15 feet storm surge, and flooding rain.

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If you have friends or family in Florida, check on them and ensure they know just how dire this situation is.

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EMSA HEAT SAFETY TIPS

-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.

Wear light-colored, loose fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat if working outdoors, and take plenty of shade breaks.

No alcohol or caffeine.

If you do not have air conditioning, find a cooling station or public space (such as libraries or malls) during the day.

Don’t limit your use of air conditioning.

Use the buddy system if working outdoors and check on elderly neighbors.

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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