LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – Highs are expected to surge into the 90s Thursday afternoon, helped by a warming trend and a light west wind.
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The record high in Lubbock is 89 degrees, set in 2017, and the record in Childress is 92, also set in 2017. Both are likely to be broken.
Despite the heat, winds are expected to stay relatively light Thursday, keeping fire weather concerns limited.
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That changes this weekend. Elevated to critical fire danger is possible Saturday and Sunday, especially during the warmest part of the day when humidity drops. Avoid outdoor burning this weekend and take extra care with anything that could spark a fire.
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A brief cooldown is expected Monday, but the break won’t last long. Above-normal temperatures are forecast to return next week.
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