The Blazing Heat Continues

From Meteorologist Brandon Rector...

We had the hottest day of the year today across much of the Big Country. Here in Abilene we hit 99 officially at the airport. Snyder also made it up to 99. Sweetwater and Comance made it to 100, while Brownwood was the hot spot at 101.

An upper level high pressure ridge is expected to remain in control across our area through the next seven days. This means the hot and dry conditions will continue. The ridge may break down a little bit by second half of the weekend and early next week. Highs over the next seven days will range from 95 to 100, while lows should be in the low 70s.

Please be careful in this heat. If you are going to be working outdoors, be sure you are taking breaks and coming inside to cool down in the air conditioning. Also, drink plenty of water and wear light-colored clothing.

Have a terrific Tuesday!