Ponca City Weather Update

Ponca City will see a major warm-up this week, followed by increased fire danger: • Wednesday–Thursday: Summer-like heat with highs near 90–95° (near record levels) • Thursday–Friday: Strong winds (15–30 mph, higher gusts) • Fire Risk: Elevated mid-week, becoming near-critical Thursday & Friday • Friday: Cold front brings cooler temps but continued gusty winds • No significant rainfall expected This... Read More.

PCEM: Ponca City Weather Update – Fire Danger & Heat This Weekend

Ponca City will see very warm and dry conditions through the weekend, creating an increasing fire risk across our area. The Ponca City Police Dept. has tips to stay safe. ***What to expect: • Highs climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s • Very low humidity (10–15%) • Gusty winds, especially this weekend • No rain in the... Read More.

SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE TONIGHT – PONCA CITY

Our Emergency Management Director, Jason Junkens, is monitoring the potential for severe weather tonight. At this time, this is the latest information from the National Weather Service. Please stay weather aware. Ponca City Emergency Management will provide updates as they become available from the National Weather Service. SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE TONIGHT – PONCA CITY... Read More.
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Stranded by winter weather? Here’s what airlines owe you

By RIO YAMAT AP Airlines and Travel Writer (AP) — Winter weather can upend even the best-laid travel plans, but one less thing to worry about is losing money if your flight is canceled: U.S. airlines are required to provide refunds. A monster storm started to wreak havoc on Saturday across parts of the country, with... Read More.

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions

By SETH BORENSTEIN and TAMMY WEBBER Associated Press (AP) — Smartphone weather apps that summarize their forecasts with eye-popping numbers and bright icons may be handy during mild weather, but meteorologists say it's better to listen to human expertise during multi-faceted, dangerous winter storms like the one blowing through the U.S. The multistate storm's combination of... Read More.

Ponca City School Weather Update

PCPS will be in session on Friday, Jan. 23. Please continue to monitor the district’s social media, website/app, and local news media in case winter weather intensifies. All Friday evening and weekend activities have been canceled, including Cat Care. The district will continue to monitor weather conditions, and a decision regarding Monday’s schedule will be made as... Read More.
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Ponca City Utility Maintenance Offers Tips for Cold Weather Preparedness

Plan Ahead So You Can Be Prepared! Forecast: COLD!! The Utility Maintenance Department would like to help residents prevent costly plumbing repairs and damage to their homes. Forecasted extremely cold temperatures and low wind chills can cause significant water issues. Following these tips may help prevent frozen or broken pipes: Prevent Frozen Pipes: If you have experienced frozen... Read More.

PCPS Inclement Weather Procedures

Ponca City Public Schools (PCPS) officials wish to remind students, staff, parents, and patrons of the protocols for school closure notifications due to inclement weather. Notification Timing & Verification  In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the District will make every effort to announce a school closure by 6:00 a.m. on the day... Read More.

Arkansas farmers face 8% income drop in 2025 amid falling crop prices and bad weather

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — The net income for Arkansas farmers is dropping by 8% in 2025 alone, according to a report by the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and the Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center. There has been quite a bit working against farmers this year, particularly torrential rainfall and declining... Read More.
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Hot Weather Is Dangerous for Children Left in Cars

Hot car deaths, also known as vehicular heatstroke deaths, occur when children (or pets) are left unattended in a vehicle and suffer fatal heatstroke. These incidents are a leading cause of non-crash related fatalities for children, with a majority of cases resulting from caregivers unintentionally forgetting a child in the vehicle It... Read More.