The heat wave continues across the entire region thanks to high pressure in the upper levels of the atmosphere. Here in DFW, we will experience another triple digit day. It will be our 18th day of triple digits so far this summer. Unfortunately, there’s no significant break from the heat showing up anytime soon. Rain chances are also likely to remain absent for at least the next 7-10 days.

The heat wave continues across the entire region thanks to high pressure in the upper levels of the atmosphere. Here in DFW, we will experience another triple digit day. It will be our 18th day of triple digits so far this summer. Unfortunately, there’s no significant break from the heat showing up anytime soon. Rain chances are also likely to remain absent for at least the next 7-10 days.

Counties to the west of DFW will be the hottest today with highs of 105 or greater. DFW highs will mostly be in the 101 to 103 range this week. A Heat Advisory is in effect for much of North Texas through Thursday evening. The good news is that no dangerously high humidity is expected for the next several days.

Fire danger will also increase this week, especially for areas along and west of Interstate 35, given the combination of breezy conditions, high heat and ongoing drought.

Latest Forecast:
TODAY: Mostly sunny and hot. High: 103. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

TONIGHT: Mostly clear. Low: 81. Wind: S 10 mph.

THURSDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 81. High: 102. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 81. High: 102. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

SATURDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 80. High: 103. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

SUNDAY: Sunny and hot. Low: 81. High: 105. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

MONDAY: Sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 105. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

TUESDAY: Sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 103. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

WEDNESDAY: Sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 103. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

THURSDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 82. High: 102. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

FRIDAY: Mostly sunny and hot. Low: 81. High: 101. Wind: S 10-15 mph.

HEAT SAFETY TIPS
With heat like this, you’ll want to take precautions and be prepared.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors to ensure they stay cool.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles. According to the National Safety Council, if it’s 95 degrees outside the internal temperature of a car could climb to 129 degrees in 30 minutes. After just 10 minutes, temperatures inside could reach 114 degrees.

A child’s body temperature heats up three to five times faster than an adult and heatstroke can begin when a person’s core body temperature reaches 104 degrees. A core temperature of 107 degrees is lethal, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.

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 heatstroke. 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. Heatstroke is an emergency! Call 911. The CDC has more here on heat-related illnesses.

Take care of your pets by providing fresh, cool water and shade. Also, pets should not be left outside and unattended for too long. It’s too hot and they need to be brought inside.