Record highs are possible in the coming days.

Tuesday will start with temperatures in the 50s across Oklahoma as drought conditions continue.

What’s the weather like on Tuesday?

Today feels more like early September than late October.

Highs will be in the 80s and 90s, with sunny skies.

Tonight there will be near record warm lows, in the 50s and 60s.

We are seeing a lack of rain, which is adding to fire risk in Oklahoma.

The list of counties under burn bans also continues to grow.

Due to the ongoing drought, Oklahoma lake levels are low.

Some are several meters below their average.

What’s the weather like the rest of the week in Oklahoma?

Record highs are very possible in the coming days and the fire danger is still high, especially in high winds.

Tomorrow, a weak cold front will move in and stall, keeping northern Oklahoma slightly cooler.

It will be in the mid 80s in OKC and in the 90s south.

There is a very small chance of isolated showers along and south of that border on Wednesday.

Thursday will remain clear with highs in the low 80s. However, it will be hot and windy again, with a high risk of fire.

EMSA HEAT SAFETY TIPS

HYDRATION is critical in preventing heat-related illnesses. Drink plenty of water or electrolyte replacement drinks several hours before and during prolonged exposure to the summer heat.

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

No alcohol or caffeine.

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

Don’t limit your use of air conditioning.

Use the buddy system when working outside and check on the elderly neighbors.

Always keep a mobile phone with you when you are outside, even when walking, doing daily errands, working in the garden or participating in sports and physical activity.

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