Wednesday Night Update

From Chief Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

We saw a return to the triple digit heat for much of the Big Country today. No rainfall developed in the area and there was a little less cloud cover.

The blazing heat will continue through Saturday due to an upper level high pressure ridge that is in control over the area. Highs should remain in the upper 90s to a little over 100. With low relative humidity values expected as well as breezy conditions at times, the fire danger will be elevated for the rest of the work week and the first half of the weekend. Everyone needs to be very cautious and not do things like burn trash or throw cigarettes on the ground or from their vehicle. Also, don't park or drive cars on grassy surfaces. Hot engine blocks could cause a fire. Be sure you are taking care of yourself in the heat too. Take breaks indoors or in the shade. Also, drink plenty of water.

We may see temperatures cool back down to the mid 90s for highs by early next week due to more cloud cover and possibly some rain. This is due to another upper level low moving into Texas from the Gulf of Mexico. For now the chance for rain is slight, but that could increase as we get closer to that time period.

Have a terrific Thursday!