Heat — Osage, Oklahoma

2016-06-20 · Osage, Oklahoma

Wider weather episode

A strong ridge of high pressure aloft was anchored over the south central United States during the middle of the month. This pattern resulted in temperatures in the mid 90s to near 100 across much of eastern Oklahoma. This heat combined with unseasonably high humidity resulted in afternoon heat indices in the 105 to 110 degree range. A heat-related fatality occurred in Osage County during an extended outdoor hike.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 646589. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.