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an hour ago
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Heat advisory in effect across North Texas on Thursday as "feels-like" temperatures could reach 105 degrees
North Texas is under its first heat advisory of the summer. Temperatures on Thursday could stay in the upper 90s but the heat index will bring "feels-like" temperatures to 105 degrees. A First Alert Weather Day is in effect due to the heat advisory. Expect the same forecast on Friday. A First Alert Weather Day was also issued for Friday due to the heat and likelihood of another heat advisory. By Saturday, clouds and humidity will increase, bringing the temperature down a little bit. The higher humidity on Saturday and Sunday will bring the "feels-like" temperatures to the same as today. The seven-day forecast shows the summer heat is in full swing. A heat advisory is issued for dangerous heat conditions that are not expected to reach warning criteria, according to the National Weather Service. When there is a heat advisory, consider postponing or rescheduling outdoor activities, especially during the heat of the day. When outside in the heat, take frequent water and shade breaks.
CBS News
17 hours ago
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Expected excessive heat Friday prompts First Alert Weather Day. Check the forecast.
We're headed for a First Alert Weather Day Friday due to potentially extreme heat. Wednesday, we remain in a bit of a holding pattern, with high pressure still in control, but that's going to change quickly. The heat and humidity build Thursday into Friday, and some areas—especially parts of northeast New Jersey, New York City western Long Island, and the Lower Hudson Valley—could flirt with heat warning criteria by Friday afternoon. The National Weather Service already issued advisories and watches that go into effect Friday for parts of the Tri-State. An Extreme Heat Watch goes into effect at 10 a.m. Friday and lasts until 8 p.m. A Heat Advisory goes into effect at 11 a.m. and lasts until 8 p.m. Heat Advisories kick in any time the heat index of 95-99 degrees for two consecutive days, or 100-104 degrees for any length of time. An Excessive Heat Watch kicks in if there's a heat index of 105 degrees or more for two consecutive hours or greater. A cold front arrives Friday evening, bringing our next shot at strong to possibly severe storms, though there's still some uncertainty on storm strength. Saturday looks hot and humid again, but a bit less intense depending on cloud cover. Another front may bring showers or storms from late Sunday into Monday. Click here to check the latest watches, warnings and alerts.
CBS News
a day ago
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Heat continues to crank up across North Texas, heat advisories possible later in the week
The hottest day of the summer so far is showing up to North Texas on Wednesday. On Tuesday, there was just enough in high clouds to keep North Texas "normal" for a high temperature, at 96 degrees. Today, high pressure will drift close in from the east, meaning there will be more sunshine and a bit more heat. This trend continues to Friday with the first 100 degree of summer showing up. There is a tropical wave moving over the northern Gulf waters and by this weekend, it will bring meager rain chances here in North Texas. More likely, it'll just be some additional cloud cover you'll experience from this system by Saturday. This will help keep temperatures down just a little. Usually by this time of summer, Dallas-Fort Worth has already logged at least six to seven days of 100 degrees or higher. Tomorrow is likely the first one. Because of the higher humidity expected on Friday and Saturday, the heat index could reach 105 degrees or higher, getting close to heat advisory levels. North Texas is likely right back to 100-degree days by next week.
CBS News
a day ago
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Another heat advisory for Twin Cities Wednesday, with storms on the way
Parts of Minnesota will once again be under a heat advisory on Wednesday, and more storms are in the pipeline, too. The Twin Cities, south-central and southwestern Minnesota will be under that advisory from noon through 8 p.m. Highs should reach the lower 90s, while heat indices could surpass 100. Scattered strong to severe storms are possible in the afternoon and evening, with heavy rain, damaging wind and hail the main threats. Flooding is a concern to the north. Thursday will be muggy early before drier, cooler air arrives later in the day. Isolated showers will be possible in southeastern Minnesota. Expect a sunny, less humid day on Friday, with highs in the low 80s. The weekend will start comfortable and dry before the heat and humidity make a comeback on Sunday. Storm chances ramp up again heading into next week.
CBS News
2 days ago
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Dangerous heat returns to Southeast Michigan this week
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day in Southeast Michigan for dangerous heat, which returns for one day only. The late part of this week is at the center of a fiery bullseye as temperatures and dewpoints spike. Highs on Thursday will top out in the low 90s, but the biggest issue is the heat index, which will reach the 100 to 105 degree range. When the heat index reaches these temperatures, the heat stress on your body overcomes its ability to cool itself on its own. With the criteria we expect to be at, a heat advisory will likely be issued by the end of the day on Wednesday. A warning requires three hours or more of 105-plus degrees heat indices. Take breaks in air conditioning, stay hydrated, and we'll have a chance to cool a bit on Friday.
