TULSA, OK — As the 2024-2025 winter season approaches, the City of Tulsa has opened its warming stations to ensure residents stay warm and safe during extreme weather conditions.
Following a surge of interest on social media about warming stations, officials are reminding Tulsans of facilities available to anyone seeking refuge from the cold.
The following locations are open this winter:
- John 3:16 Mission (506 N. Cheyenne): Open 24/7
- The Salvation Army (102 N. Denver Ave.): Open 24/7
- Tulsa County Emergency Shelter (2401 Charles Page Blvd.): Open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Denver Avenue Station (319 S. Denver Ave.): Open Monday to Friday, 5 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
In the event of prolonged severe cold, temporary shelters may also open. Residents, organizations, or individuals looking to set up additional warming stations can visit cityoftulsa.org/weather for more details.
Although the current forecast does not predict extreme cold, the city is staying ready. “The Public Works Department consistently watches the weather forecasts and conditions to be ready for whenever the first winter storm comes, and for other storms that may occur this season,” the city said in a statement.
Crews are monitoring conditions to ensure expressways and arterial streets remain clear and safe during snow or ice events.
Tulsa preps warming stations and resources
The city has an arsenal of tools to combat winter storms, including:
- 66 trucks with salt spreaders, 56 equipped with snowplows.
- 7 4×4 pickup trucks with snowplows and 2 motor graders for heavy plowing.
- 8,000 tons of salt, with more on the way, and 2 brine mixing systems capable of producing 40,000 gallons of salt brine.
- A dedicated team of 210 employees, including drivers and support staff.
Primary efforts will focus on clearing arterial streets for emergency responders. Once those roads are passable, the focus shifts to residential areas near hospitals, schools, and steep hills. Residents can view snow routes and preparation maps at cityoftulsa.org/winterpreparedness.
To stay informed, the city encourages residents to download the Tulsa Ready app for real-time updates and tools to create a family disaster plan. The app is available for free on Android and iOS devices.
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