Extreme Heat Warning for North Texas Until 8 PM CDT
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An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for 17 North Texas counties until 8 PM CDT August 22, with heat index values up to 108.
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- Record type
- Extreme Heat Warning
- Affected area
- North Texas
- Issued
- August 22, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Fort Worth TX
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Alert Details
Extreme Heat Warning issued by NWS Fort Worth TX (NOAA). Effective from August 22, 2026 at 2:23 AM CDT until 8 PM CDT.
Affected Areas
Young, Jack, Wise, Denton, Collin, Stephens, Palo Pinto, Parker, Tarrant, Dallas, Rockwall, Kaufman, Erath, Hood, Somervell, Johnson, and Ellis counties in North Texas.
What You Should Do
Take extra precautions when outside by staying hydrated, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Check up on relatives and neighbors. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Move anyone overcome by heat to a cool and shaded location. Call 911 immediately for signs of heat stroke. Limit time outdoors during the hottest time of the day, typically from 2 to 7 PM.
Expected Conditions
Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108.
Timeline
Alert effective August 22, 2026 at 2:23 AM CDT. Expires August 22 at 3 PM CDT. Ends August 22 at 8 PM CDT.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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