Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Issued by NWS Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
460 WWUS74 KFWD 180554 NPWFWD URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 1254 AM CDT Tue Aug 18 2026 TXZ091>095-100>107-115>123-129>134-181800- /O.CON.KFWD.XH.W.0002.260818T1700Z-260819T0100Z/ /O.CON.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 Canton, Cisco, Fort Worth, Carrollton, Decatur, Kaufman, Van, Edgewood, Stephenville, Bowie, Wills Point, Gainesville, Cooper, Paris, Gorman, Breckenridge, Briar, Arlington, Commerce, Heath, Lewisville, Weatherford, Jacksboro, Burleson, Olney, Ennis, Ranger, Dublin, Allen, Grand Saline, Flower Mound, McKinney, Point, Midlothian, Graham, Mineral Wells, Glen Rose, Denison, Denton, Dallas, Emory, Nocona, East Tawakoni, Bridgeport, Eastland, Oak Trail Shores, Forney, Bonham, Granbury, Terrell, Rockwall, Waxahachie, Cleburne, Greenville, Sherman, Sulphur Springs, Plano, and Frisco 1254 AM CDT Tue Aug 18 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CDT TODAY... ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 107. For the Extreme Heat Warning, temperatures up to 108. * WHERE...Portions of North Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until noon CDT today. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening. * 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. && $$ TXZ135-146-148-181800- /O.CON.KFWD.HT.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-260819T0100Z/ Henderson-Navarro-Anderson- Including the cities of Palestine, Athens, Corsicana, and Gun Barrel City 1254 AM CDT Tue Aug 18 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Temperatures and heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...Navarro, Anderson, and Henderson Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take extra precautions when outside by staying hydrated, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Check up on relatives and neighbors. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. && $$ TXZ144-145-147-159>162-175-181800- /O.CON.KFWD.HT.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-260819T0100Z/ Bosque-Hill-Freestone-McLennan-Falls-Limestone-Leon-Robertson- Including the cities of Oakwood, Calvert, Clifton, Mexia, Hillsboro, Wortham, Buffalo, Hearne, Valley Mills, Franklin, Jewett, Waco, Marlin, Meridian, Groesbeck, Fairfield, Centerville, Teague, and Normangee 1254 AM CDT Tue Aug 18 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Temperatures and heat index values up to 105. * WHERE...Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone, McLennan, Leon, and Robertson Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 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... 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. && $$ TXZ141>143-156>158-174-181800- /O.CON.KFWD.HT.Y.0027.260818T1700Z-260819T0100Z/ Comanche-Mills-Hamilton-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-Milam- Including the cities of Temple, Comanche, Lampasas, Hamilton, Gatesville, Cameron, Copperas Cove, Hico, De Leon, Rockdale, Killeen, Goldthwaite, and Fort Hood 1254 AM CDT Tue Aug 18 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Temperatures up to 104. * WHERE...Bell, Comanche, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas, Mills, and Milam Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 8 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take extra precautions when outside by staying hydrated, wearing lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and limiting strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Check up on relatives and neighbors. Never leave young children or pets in an enclosed vehicle, even for a short time, as temperatures can quickly rise to life-threatening levels. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. To reduce risk when outdoors, the occupational safety and health administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911 ASAP if you or someone you know is exhibiting signs of heat stroke. && $$ Stalley