Regional Weather Summary for Oklahoma and Surrounding Areas
Regional forecast notes fair to partly cloudy skies with little temperature change through Tuesday. Winds southerly 10 to 18 mph, diminishing tonight. highs mid 90s, lows around 70. Rain chance 20 percent in some zones. other zones show warm, southerly winds and highs near 90. Out of state forecasts show variable clouds and showers across Kansas Arkansas Colorado Texas New Mexico with generally warm, unsettled conditions. Astronomical data provide sunrise 6 15 a.m. and sunset 8 46 p.m. for Tuesday.
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Independent truckers weigh 55 mph limit against speed
Independent truckers known as the concrete Cowboys argue the 55 mile per hour limit saves fuel but tight schedules and costs push some drivers to push back. Federal energy officials say the rule could save 200 000 barrels of fuel daily.
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American Truckers Association
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Diesel trucks slow to cut speed for fuel savings
An EPA study finds peak fuel economy for heavy duty trucks occurs near 30 to 40 mph and slower speeds save lives, while NHTSA data show highway fatalities and injuries rising costs. Independent haulers report costs of $0.65 to $0.70 per mile with high debt. They advocate higher pay and the right to bargain with shippers while pressing for a temporary industry slowdown.
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Rosalynn Carter to Meet With Secretary of State
First Lady Rosalynn Carter plans talks with Cyrus Vance in Washington and may testify before foreign relations committees about her two week Latin America tour. She met with leaders and said the trip showed a more open US policy and she valued frank talks with heads of state.
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