North Texas under Excessive Heat Warning until Saturday

In North Texas, an Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect for the Metroplex and surrounding areas until 7 p.m. Saturday, marking the first weekend heat alerts of the season. As temperatures soar, hitting 100 degrees for the second time this season, residents are urged to exercise caution and stay hydrated, especially with more scorching days expected ahead. Last year, the first 100-degree day in DFW was recorded on June 25, while this year it occurred on June 23. Looking ahead, North Texas is bracing for an intense "heat and drought" season, with July marking the start of the next 62 days, historically the hottest and driest period of the year. State Climatologist John Nielsen-Gammon from Texas A&M recently updated the Texas 2036 Report, forecasting a significant increase in the number of 100-degree days across the state compared to previous decades. The report suggests that the frequency of 100-degree days will quadruple from the levels seen in the 1970s and 1980s. As the heatwave persists, the "feel-like" temperature is expected to reach Heat Advisory levels, surpassing 105 degrees on Sunday. Looking ahead to the Fourth of July holiday, triple-digit highs and Heat Advisory conditions are anticipated, with Tuesday projected to be the hottest day of the year so far. The scorching conditions are posing risks to residents in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, with dangerous heat lingering over the region. With the onset of July, North Texas is entering a period of heightened heat and dryness, with the number of 100-degree days on the rise. The trend of increasing temperatures and prolonged heatwaves is a cause for concern, as the region braces for more extreme weather events in the coming years. As residents prepare for the peak of summer, staying informed about heat safety measures and taking necessary precautions to combat the sweltering conditions is crucial to safeguarding health and well-being during this challenging period.