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Gracemont Fire Evacuations Lifted Near Scott Oklahoma
The Gracemont Fire evacuation update brings relief near Scott, Oklahoma, after a lawn mower-sparked wildfire burned more than 3,000 acres.

mike33692
4 days ago3 min read


Oklahoma Burn Bans Cover More Than 50 Counties
Oklahoma burn bans September 2026 remain in effect across more than 50 counties as drought, extreme heat and active wildfires keep fire danger high.

mike33692
6 days ago3 min read


Oklahoma Wildfires Burn Nearly 1,400 Acres Near Binger
Oklahoma wildfire danger remains high as the Gracemont Fire burns nearly 1,400 acres near Binger, forces evacuations and stretches firefighting resources.

mike33692
7 days ago3 min read


Oklahoma Heat Returns Before Possible Late-September Cooldown
The Oklahoma September heat forecast brings temperatures back into the 90s this weekend before a possible stronger cold front and fall cooldown later this month.

mike33692
Sep 113 min read


Cedar Lake Water Crisis Deepens Over Wells and Upstream Dams
Cedar Lake water crisis leaves Canadian County residents with failing wells as residents and Oklahoma regulators dispute whether upstream dams are contributing to falling water levels.

mike33692
Sep 103 min read


McLoud Wildfire Burns More Than 200 Acres and Forces Evacuations
McLoud wildfire near Kermit Road burns more than 200 acres near the Lincoln-Pottawatomie county line, damaging structures and forcing evacuations.

mike33692
Sep 103 min read


Tulsa Public Schools HVAC Problems Raise Concerns Over Hot Classrooms
Tulsa Public Schools HVAC problems are affecting about 65 school sites as teachers report hot classrooms and the union considers requesting school closures.

mike33692
Sep 23 min read


Western Oklahoma Burn Bans Renewed as Wildfire Risk Grows
Western Oklahoma burn bans are being renewed as drought, triple-digit temperatures and dry vegetation continue to increase wildfire danger across the region.

mike33692
Sep 23 min read


EMSA Medical Heat Alert Issued for Sixth Time in 2026
An EMSA Medical Heat Alert has been issued for the sixth time in 2026 after Oklahoma City paramedics responded to five heat-related illness calls.

mike33692
Aug 313 min read


Norman Storm Debris Pickup Extended Through September
Norman storm debris pickup will continue through late September after crews collected 75,000 cubic yards of debris from the July 4 storm.

mike33692
Aug 283 min read


Cedar Lake Drought Leaves Lake Seven Feet Below Normal
Cedar Lake in Canadian County is about seven feet below normal as drought and falling groundwater levels strain the lake and nearby private wells.

mike33692
Aug 273 min read


Oklahoma Snowplow Naming Contest Opens for K-12 Students
The Oklahoma snowplow naming contest is open through Sept. 28, giving K-12 students a chance to name ODOT and OTA snowplows for 2026.

mike33692
Aug 253 min read


35 Oklahoma Counties Under Burn Bans as Fire Danger Grows
35 Oklahoma counties under burn bans face extreme heat and growing wildfire danger as temperatures soar and crews respond to fires across the state.

mike33692
Aug 192 min read


Oklahoma Power Outages Continue After Severe Storm Damage
Oklahoma power outages continue after severe storms damaged at least 81 utility poles as crews work to restore electricity during extreme heat.

mike33692
Aug 182 min read


Oklahoma Drought Worsens As Wildfire Threat Expands Across State
The Oklahoma drought continues worsening despite limited northern rainfall, with 33 counties now under burn bans as wildfire danger remains high.

mike33692
Aug 182 min read


Oklahoma Wildfire Relief Efforts Continue As Crews Contain Major Fires
Oklahoma wildfire relief efforts continue as firefighters contain major fires in Woodward and Caddo counties while donation drives help displaced families.

mike33692
Aug 172 min read


Oklahoma Burn Bans Expand As Wildfire Danger Intensifies Across State
Oklahoma burn bans are expanding as wildfire danger grows across the state, with at least 12 counties under emergency restrictions and dozens of fires reported.

mike33692
Aug 142 min read


Oklahoma County Burn Ban Now In Effect Through August 21
The Oklahoma County Burn Ban is in effect through August 21 after more than 130 regional wildfires and dangerous fire conditions prompted emergency restrictions.

mike33692
Aug 102 min read


Tuttle Water Restrictions Issued As Extreme Heat Strains Water System
Tuttle Water Restrictions are now in effect as extreme heat strains the city's water system. Here's what residents need to know about the new Stage 2 Water Restrictions.

mike33692
Aug 62 min read


Oklahoma's 100-Degree Days: How This Summer Compares To History
Oklahoma is once again battling triple-digit heat. Here's how Oklahoma's 100-degree days in 2026 compare to historic summers like 1936, 1980 and 2011.

mike33692
Aug 52 min read
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