*As of Aug 24, 2 PM local time.*
Severe Heat Alert in Effect
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently active for Anna, issued by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth. This severe alert remains in effect until 9:00 PM CDT tomorrow. The dangerous conditions are already evident this afternoon, with the air temperature sitting at 104F and the heat index making it feel like 106F.
The sky is clear, and relative humidity is low at 25%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are blowing from the southwest at 10 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph. These dry, intense conditions are typical for this time of year but require careful management to avoid heat-related illness.
Today and Tonight Outlook
The day will remain mostly sunny, with the high temperature near 106F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 107F, making the perceived temperature even more oppressive than the actual air temperature. Southwest winds will continue at 10 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 25 mph.
As night falls, the sky will remain mostly clear. Temperatures will drop to a low of 81F, but they are expected to rise back to around 84F overnight. The heat index will stay high, reaching up to 106F, meaning the air will remain uncomfortably warm even after sunset.
South winds will blow at 10 to 15 mph, keeping the air moving but not providing significant relief from the heat.
