Heat Index Hits 161 Degrees | Oklahoma City News

College football kicked off under brutal heat as Oklahoma State faced Tulsa in a game where the turf hit a scorching 161 degrees — hotter than a summer sidewalk. With air temps around 97, the heat index made conditions feel unbearable, forcing teams to battle not just each other but the elements. Players huddled under tents while shaded benches offered relief, highlighting how extreme weather is reshaping the game’s physical demands. It’s a season opener that proves nature’s heat can be just as fierce as any opponent on the field. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e7f0503223221da0