Oklahoma Meteorologist Launches 24/7 Weather Network MCWX as Arctic Cold Grips the U.S.
TULSA, OKLAHOMA — Longtime Tulsa meteorologist has announced the upcoming launch of MCWX, a 24/7 independent weather network set to begin broadcasting January 1, just as an Arctic outbreak brings some of the coldest temperatures of the season across much of the United States.
A Tulsa-Born Meteorologist Turning Local Passion Into a National Platform
Collier, who has spent 23 years in television weather, shared details about the new project on social media, calling MCWX a “game-changing” development in weather broadcasting. The Tulsa native expressed excitement about building something rooted in local credibility and regional understanding.
“Shhhhh, don’t tell a soul. I’m under tight wraps not to unveil this yet,” Collier joked in his post, before revealing that MCWX will officially go live 24/7 on New Year’s Day. He described it as a locally built platform that will deliver continuous, real-time weather updates — free from corporate oversight.
“This is my company. Tulsa born and raised,” Collier wrote. “We are about to change the game starting January 1.”
MCWX Launch Coincides with Dangerous Arctic Cold Across the Nation
The timing of MCWX’s debut aligns with a major weather event — an Arctic blast sweeping across the central and eastern United States. Forecast models show “feels-like” temperatures plunging well below zero across the Plains and Midwest by early Sunday, including -27°F in Omaha, -19°F in Billings, and single digits across Oklahoma and Texas.
The cold outbreak, seen on Collier’s MCWX broadcast graphics, will push south into Dallas, Houston, and Atlanta, bringing bitter wind chills and widespread freeze warnings. The National Weather Service has already cautioned residents to prepare for pipe bursts, power surges, and travel hazards.
Oklahoma’s forecast remains cold but relatively calm, with Tulsa expected to see lows in the 20s Sunday night before slowly warming through midweek.
Bringing Local Forecasting Into a New Era
MCWX’s first public preview featured the network’s branding and design, complete with real-time radar, extended forecasts, and interactive temperature maps. Collier hinted that the service would offer local advertising partnerships and community-focused updates.
“Want to be a part of this? Limited offerings available!” he added, inviting local businesses to collaborate with MCWX ahead of its January launch.
Industry observers say the move reflects a broader trend toward independent weather platforms that deliver trusted, community-first forecasting without the constraints of traditional media networks.
A Promising Start Amid Frigid Conditions
As the nation braces for a deep freeze, Collier’s announcement comes at a fitting time — when Americans are paying closer attention than ever to accurate and timely weather reporting. With temperatures plunging across the country, MCWX’s debut could mark the start of a new era in localized, around-the-clock weather coverage.
Residents across Oklahoma and neighboring states are encouraged to monitor forecasts closely as Arctic air spreads through the region early this week.
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