| Winter Weather Updates |
| National Weather Service forecasts show extreme winter weather and arctic conditions moving into our region late Friday evening (today, 01/23) and into the weekend. The City of Tulsa has issued a Winter Weather Update with helpful information for weather preparations, and future updates from the City will be published to their online Press Room or on Facebook. |
| Snow and Ice Removal |
| On Saturday morning (01/24), DTP field teams will work to clear sidewalks on the Boulder, Main, Boston, Cincinnati, and Detroit Avenue bridges crossing the BNSF Railroad per the City of Tulsa’s services agreement. These areas will continue to be cleared and treated following expected snowfall throughout the weekend. After these areas are cleared, Ambassadors will prioritize treating ADA ramps at major pedestrian intersections whenever possible. The City of Tulsa will clear and treat streets throughout Downtown and other areas of the city.DTP Ambassador deployment will be modified this week to reduce exposure to arctic temperatures and sub-zero windchills. Response to requests for services this week may be delayed because of inclement conditions and your patience is appreciated. Property owners are responsible for removing snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their buildings and properties per City Ordinance Title 27 Chapter 12.12. Please be good neighbors and do your part by treating your sidewalks and corners. |
| Shelters, Assistance, & Outreach |
| Per the winter weather advisory provided by the City of Tulsa, here are the shelters that will remain open 24/7 during this extreme weather event: - John 3:16 Mission, 506 N. Cheyenne Ave. - Salvation Army Center of Hope, 102 N. Denver Ave. - Tulsa Day Center, 415 W. Archer St. (Pets accepted, limited capacity) - CREOKS Winter Shelter, (new winter weather shelter) 7216 E. Admiral Blvd. Pets accepted. Capacity: 250 (from Friday – Sunday night) - Tulsa Dream Center West (emergency shelter), 4122 W. 55th Pl. Pets accepted. Capacity: 150 (from 2 p.m. Friday - Sunday night) Additional weather updates and information for unsheltered Tulsans including shelter locations outreach requests can be accessed via the Housing Solutions website. If you see someone in Downtown in need of assistance, please call or text the Ambassador Team at 918-202-4093 during our hours of operation. |
| Ways the Community Can Help Throughout the Winter Season |
| During this extreme winter weather, there are ways to support our community. Here are some ways you are able to help your fellow neighbors: - Donate cold-weather essentials to any of the shelters mentioned above (coats, hats, gloves, socks, blankets). - Make financial contributions to support outreach efforts - Use the Outreach Request Form at Homeless Street Outreach Request | Housing Solutions Tulsa to connect individuals with resources - Call 911 for emergencies involving immediate safety or medical concerns Stay warm and safe, Tulsa! |