2 products issued by NWS for: 3 Miles SSE Athens TX
Hazardous Weather Outlook
Hazardous Weather Outlook National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 637 AM CDT Fri Aug 14 2020 TXZ091>095-100>107-115>123-129>135-141>148-156>162-174-175-151145- 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-Henderson-Comanche-Mills-Hamilton-Bosque-Hill-Navarro- Freestone-Anderson-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-McLennan-Falls-Limestone- Leon-Milam-Robertson- 637 AM CDT Fri Aug 14 2020 This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for North and Central Texas. .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight. Dangerous heat will be a concern today, with high temperatures up to 108 degrees and heat index values ranging from 105 to 110 degrees, perhaps even higher in some spots. There is a slight chance of thunderstorms this morning northeast of a line from Bonham to Canton. Severe weather is not expected, but gusty winds and lightning strikes will pose a hazard with any activity. .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday. Dangerous heat will be a concern again on Saturday. Thunderstorm chances will increase again Sunday night and continue through Monday night across all of North Texas. Gusty winds and lightning will be the main threats. There will be an elevated fire weather threat each afternoon and early evening today through Sunday. .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT... Spotter activation is not expected at this time. $$
Heat Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Fort Worth TX 1204 AM CDT Fri Aug 14 2020 TXZ091>095-104>107-120>123-135-146>148-156>158-160>162-174-175- 141315- /O.CON.KFWD.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-200816T0000Z/ Montague-Cooke-Grayson-Fannin-Lamar-Collin-Hunt-Delta-Hopkins- Rockwall-Kaufman-Van Zandt-Rains-Henderson-Navarro-Freestone- Anderson-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-Falls-Limestone-Leon-Milam- Robertson- Including the cities of Bowie, Nocona, Gainesville, Sherman, Denison, Bonham, Paris, Plano, McKinney, Allen, Frisco, Greenville, Commerce, Cooper, Sulphur Springs, Rockwall, Heath, Terrell, Kaufman, Forney, Canton, Grand Saline, Wills Point, Van, Edgewood, Emory, East Tawakoni, Point, Athens, Gun Barrel City, Corsicana, Teague, Fairfield, Wortham, Palestine, Lampasas, Copperas Cove, Gatesville, Killeen, Temple, Fort Hood, Marlin, Mexia, Groesbeck, Buffalo, Centerville, Jewett, Normangee, Oakwood, Cameron, Rockdale, Hearne, Franklin, and Calvert 1204 AM CDT Fri Aug 14 2020 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT SATURDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 108 and actual temperatures up to 105. * WHERE...Most of North, Central, and East Texas. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Saturday. * 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. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. 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. && $$ Stalley