Tulsa Warming Shelters Ready as Winter Weather Preparations Begin
The City of Tulsa is making significant preparations as winter weather approaches, with freezing temperatures expected starting December 1. The city has prepared resources and services to assist residents as they face the harsh winter conditions.
Tulsa’s Winter Weather Preparation Plan
City crews are set to mobilize at midnight on Sunday. Their primary focus will be on treating elevated surfaces using a brine solution, which is a mixture of salt and water. This proactive measure aims to minimize the risk of ice formation.
Available Winter Response Resources
In preparation for the winter weather, Tulsa has declared a comprehensive strategy to allocate necessary resources. The following items will be deployed across the city:
- 66 trucks equipped with salt spreaders
- 53 of these trucks have snowplows attached
- 4 trucks with liquid applicator systems and 3 additional plows
- 7 4×4 pickup trucks outfitted with snowplows
- 2 motor graders for plowing
- Approximately 9,000 tons of salt, with additional supplies on the way
- 2 brine mixing systems containing 76,600 gallons of salt brine
- 2 tanks with 3,000 gallons of 32% calcium chloride
- 210 personnel, including drivers and support staff
Crews are assigned to 36 specific routes across Tulsa, covering around 1,770 lane miles. This distance is roughly equivalent to the span from Tulsa to San Francisco. Detailed maps for snow and ice routes, which include major roads, school areas, and steep hills, can be found on the official City of Tulsa website.
Warming Shelters in Tulsa
With the approaching freezing temperatures, it’s crucial for vulnerable populations to find safe and warm shelter. The City of Tulsa encourages those in need to take advantage of the available warming stations and shelters. A list of open shelters can be accessed through the city’s resources.
Translation Assistance
For non-English speakers, Tulsa provides translation support on its website. The tool allows users to select from over 100 languages for effective communication regarding winter weather services.
