Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
549 WWUS74 KFWD 171745 NPWFWD URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 1245 PM CDT Mon Aug 17 2026 TXZ091>095-100>107-115>123-129>134-180600- /O.NEW.KFWD.XH.W.0002.260818T1700Z-260819T0100Z/ /O.EXT.KFWD.HT.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260818T1700Z/ Montague-Cooke-Grayson-Fannin-Lamar-Young-Jack-Wise-Denton-Collin- Hunt-Delta-Hopkins-Stephens-Palo Pinto-Parker-Tarrant-Dallas- Rockwall-Kaufman-Van Zandt-Rains-Eastland-Erath-Hood-Somervell- Johnson-Ellis- Including the cities of Weatherford, Emory, Bowie, Flower Mound, Kaufman, Frisco, Greenville, Oak Trail Shores, Glen Rose, Fort Worth, East Tawakoni, Breckenridge, Cisco, Sherman, Bridgeport, Allen, Gainesville, Waxahachie, Forney, Granbury, Heath, Commerce, Jacksboro, Terrell, Bonham, Cleburne, Ennis, Dallas, Olney, Burleson, Eastland, Mineral Wells, Gorman, Carrollton, Cooper, Edgewood, Van, Briar, Midlothian, Rockwall, Ranger, Nocona, Grand Saline, Wills Point, Denton, Dublin, Sulphur Springs, Paris, McKinney, Lewisville, Graham, Plano, Denison, Arlington, Point, Stephenville, Decatur, and Canton 1245 PM CDT Mon Aug 17 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CDT TUESDAY... ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 106. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures values up to 108 expected. * WHERE...Portions of North Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until noon CDT Tuesday. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. 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... 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, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, 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 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. Extreme heat is dangerous, especially for those without reliable shelter. Limit time outdoors during the hottest time of the day, typically from 2 to 7 PM, rest in the shade when possible, and drink plenty of water. Locate nearby cooling centers through local resources or dial 2-1-1 in Texas. && $$ TXZ141>143-156>158-174-180600- /O.NEW.KFWD.HT.Y.0027.260818T1700Z-260819T0100Z/ Comanche-Mills-Hamilton-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-Milam- Including the cities of Comanche, Lampasas, Hico, De Leon, Gatesville, Fort Hood, Temple, Cameron, Rockdale, Goldthwaite, Copperas Cove, Hamilton, and Killeen 1245 PM CDT Mon Aug 17 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Bell, Comanche, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Mills, and Milam Counties. * WHEN...From noon to 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take extra precautions when outside by staying hydrated, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Check up on relatives and neighbors. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. && $$ TXZ135-146-148-180600- /O.EXT.KFWD.HT.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260819T0100Z/ Henderson-Navarro-Anderson- Including the cities of Palestine, Athens, Gun Barrel City, and Corsicana 1245 PM CDT Mon Aug 17 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 106. * WHERE...Navarro, Anderson, and Henderson Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * 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... 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, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, 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 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. && $$ TXZ144-145-147-159>162-175-180600- /O.EXT.KFWD.HT.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260819T0100Z/ Bosque-Hill-Freestone-McLennan-Falls-Limestone-Leon-Robertson- Including the cities of Meridian, Jewett, Franklin, Waco, Buffalo, Clifton, Calvert, Hillsboro, Groesbeck, Centerville, Normangee, Marlin, Teague, Oakwood, Mexia, Fairfield, Wortham, Valley Mills, and Hearne 1245 PM CDT Mon Aug 17 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 107. * WHERE...Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone, McLennan, Leon, and Robertson Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take extra precautions when outside by staying hydrated, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Check up on relatives and neighbors. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. && $$ Hernandez