The National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office has issued an extreme heat warning in the region as triple-digit temperatures scorch North Texas.
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Dallas-Fort Worth is not going to cool down anytime soon.
The National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office is predicting dangerous heat will last through the end of the week, with triple-digit temperatures remaining in the forecast for the foreseeable future.
Wednesday’s high is forecast to be 104 degrees, with a low of 84 degrees. The heat index, or “feels like” temperature, could reach 114.
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An extreme heat warning was issued by the weather service for the Dallas-Fort Worth area Tuesday and was in effect until at least 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Extreme heat warnings warn of increased risk of heat-related illnesses when air temperature is expected to be 105 or higher for two consecutive days and/or the heat index is expected to be 110 or higher.
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Through the rest of the week, a lack of cloud coverage and precipitation chances will enable temperatures to remain sweltering. Thursday’s high is forecast to be 100 degrees, with a potential heat index of 106. Friday’s high and heat index are predicted to be 102 and 110, respectively.
To stay safe in this dangerous heat, the weather service is recommending staying hydrated, wearing loose fitting and lightweight clothing, limiting outdoor activities to the morning and evening and checking on relatives and neighbors. The weather service additionally says children and pets should never be left in vehicles, as this can quickly become life-threatening amid scorching heat.
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The weather service advises North Texans to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and stroke. Heat exhaustion is characterized by thirst, dehydration, sweating, nausea and weakness, according to the CDC. Those experiencing these symptoms should move to a cool area and drink water before seeking medical attention if symptoms have not improved.
Heat stroke, characterized by confusion, dizziness and unconsciousness, is deadly and warrants calling 911 immediately, the CDC says.
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Extreme heat is particularly dangerous to people without reliable shelter, whom the weather service encourages to utilize nearby cooling centers to avoid being outside during the hottest parts of the day.
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Looking ahead, the weather service is predicting triple-digit high temperatures to last into early next week. The weather service is continuing to monitor for any potential impact of Tropical Storm Bertha on the region.
The latest from KXAS-TV (NBC5):
THURSDAY: Sunny and hot. Low: 83. High: 102. Heat index: 105-110. Wind: ESE 10-15 mph.
FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 101. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
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SATURDAY: Partly cloudy and hot. Low: 82. High: 99. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
SUNDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 100. Wind: S 10-15 mph.
MONDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 101. Wind: S 10-15 mph.