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Little Elm Faces Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert - Jul 21, 4 PM

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Little Elm, TX is under an Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert. Current temperatures are 104F with a heat index of 106F. Sunny skies persist through tomorrow.

Esme Whitman

July 21, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Jul 21, 4 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Little Elm, TX is currently grappling with severe heat conditions and poor air quality. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning, which remains in effect until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT. This alert carries a severe severity rating and is expected to impact the region significantly.

Additionally, an Air Quality Alert was issued on July 21 at 2:42PM CDT, indicating that air quality levels are concerning for sensitive groups.

Right now, the air temperature stands at 104F, but the heat index makes it feel like 106F. The relative humidity is at 25%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are light, blowing from the north at 6 mph with gusts reaching 6 mph. The sky is completely clear, offering no relief from the sun's intensity.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Today, Little Elm will remain sunny with a high near 102F. The National Weather Service forecasts heat index values as high as 110. Winds will be light, shifting from north at 0 to 5 mph.

There is a 0% chance of precipitation. Tonight, conditions will stay clear with a low near 84F. Temperatures may rise to around 87F overnight.

Heat index values will remain high, reaching up to 110. Winds will shift to the east southeast at 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow, the sun will continue to shine with a high near 101F. Heat index values are expected to climb as high as 111. Winds will pick up slightly, coming from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph.

The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Tomorrow night, skies will be mostly clear with a low around 80F. Temperatures may rise to around 83F overnight.

Heat index values will stay elevated at 110, with east northeast winds around 10 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning, residents must take immediate precautions. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. The heat index values exceeding 110F pose a serious risk to health.

Additionally, due to the Air Quality Alert, individuals with respiratory conditions should limit outdoor exposure. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning, to ensure their safety during this dangerous heat event.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Esme Whitman

Esme Whitman covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Little Elm.

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