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TuesdaySunny103° / 80° 3%
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FridaySunny100° / 76° 10%

Anna Heat Advisory: Highs Near 103F, Air Quality Alert Active - Aug 17, 11 AM

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Anna residents face a Heat Advisory with highs near 103F and an active Air Quality Alert. Current conditions show 93F with clear skies.

Jules Hardy

August 17, 20262 min read

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

*As of Aug 17, 11 AM local time.*

Extreme Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Anna is currently under a Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service, signaling dangerous heat levels for the region. The advisory remains in effect until this evening. Additionally, an Air Quality Alert is active, indicating that air conditions may be unhealthy for sensitive groups. Residents should monitor their health and limit outdoor exertion during peak heat hours.

Current conditions in Anna show an air temperature of 93F, with a feels-like temperature of 95F. The relative humidity is 39%, and the dew point is 64F. Winds are blowing from the west southwest at 8 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph. The sky is clear, offering no immediate relief from the sun's intensity.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today will be sunny, with a high near 103F. The heat index values are expected to reach as high as 103F. The chance of precipitation is low at 11%. Winds will remain light, around 5 mph from the west southwest.

Tonight, skies will be mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low near 78F but are expected to rise to around 80F overnight. The heat index may reach 102F. Winds will shift to the southeast at around 5 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 103F. The heat index values could reach as high as 106F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 3%.

Winds will blow from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. Tonight, temperatures will remain warm, with lows around 80F and a potential rise to 82F. The heat index may reach 105F, with south winds around 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the extreme heat and air quality concerns, it is crucial to stay hydrated and limit time outdoors during the hottest parts of the day. Check on elderly neighbors and those without access to air conditioning. If you experience symptoms of heat exhaustion, such as dizziness or nausea, seek shade and cool down immediately. Stay informed by monitoring local weather updates and air quality reports.

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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Jules Hardy

Jules Hardy covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Anna.

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