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Allen Faces Severe Heat Warning with Highs Near 106 - Aug 18, 11 AM

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An Extreme Heat Warning is active for Allen, with current temperatures at 95F and a high near 106F expected today. Residents should limit outdoor activity and stay hydrated.

Zane Lowery

August 18, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 18, 11 AM local time.*

Severe Heat Warning Active

An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Allen, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert remains active until 8:00 PM CDT. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is in place until 12:00 PM CDT. These warnings indicate dangerous heat conditions that pose significant risks to health and safety. Residents should take immediate precautions to avoid heat-related illness.

Current Conditions and Forecast

It is currently Tuesday morning, with the air temperature at 95F. The heat index makes it feel like 97F. Relative humidity is 37%, and the dew point is 64F.

Winds are blowing from the southwest at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 12 mph. The sky is clear. Today, the high temperature will reach near 106F, with a low of 83F.

The chance of precipitation is only 1%, and sunny conditions are expected. Heat index values may reach 106F. Southwest winds will range from 5 to 10 mph.

Tonight, skies will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to around 83F but may rise to 86F overnight. Heat index values could reach 106F.

South winds will blow around 10 mph. Tomorrow, sunny skies will persist with a high near 105F and a low of 83F. The chance of rain remains at 1%.

Heat index values may reach 107F. South southwest winds will be around 10 mph. Tonight, temperatures will stay near 83F, potentially rising to 85F, with heat index values reaching 105F.

South winds will continue around 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the severe heat, it is crucial to limit outdoor exertion, especially during midday hours. Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly, even if you do not feel thirsty. Check on elderly neighbors and those without air conditioning.

Avoid leaving pets or children in parked vehicles. Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and use sunscreen when outside. If you experience dizziness, nausea, or confusion, seek shade and cool down immediately.

These conditions are expected to persist, so continued vigilance is necessary.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Zane Lowery

Zane Lowery covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Allen.

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