Heat Advisory

Locations Affected

Garland, TX ∙ Arlington, TX ∙ Fort Worth, TX ∙ Dallas, TX ∙ Plano, TX ∙ Irving, TX ∙ Frisco, TX ∙ Mesquite, TX ∙ McKinney, TX ∙ Killeen, TX

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 121 PM CDT Wed Aug 20 2025 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 112. * WHERE...Portions of North and Central Texas * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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