Little Elm Faces Severe Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert - Aug 17, 5 PM

*As of Aug 17, 5 PM local time.*

Severe Heat Warning in Effect

Little Elm is currently experiencing dangerous heat conditions, with the air temperature sitting at 104F and the feels-like temperature reaching 105F. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the area, indicating severe risks associated with the current conditions. Additionally, a Heat Advisory is active, highlighting the moderate to severe heat stress expected in the coming hours.

These alerts underscore the need for caution as the region endures sustained high temperatures.

Current Conditions and Forecast

Right now, the sky is mostly clear, and the relative humidity is low at 23%, with a dew point of 59F. Winds are light, blowing from the south at 5 mph with gusts up to 6 mph. For the remainder of today, the high is expected to be near 101F, with a low of 82F.

The chance of precipitation is minimal at 9%, and sunny conditions are expected to persist. Tonight, the sky will remain mostly clear, with lows near 82F before rising to around 85F overnight. Heat index values could reach 99F, and winds will shift to the south-southeast at around 5 mph.

Tomorrow’s Outlook and Safety

Tomorrow will bring even hotter conditions, with a high near 105F and a low of 83F. The sky will be sunny, and the chance of rain is only 1%. Winds will increase slightly, blowing from the south-southwest at 5 to 10 mph.

Heat index values are expected to peak at 105F. An Air Quality Alert is also currently in effect, which may affect sensitive individuals. Given the extreme heat and air quality concerns, it is crucial to stay hydrated, limit midday exertion, and check on vulnerable neighbors.

Avoid prolonged outdoor exposure during the hottest parts of the day to reduce the risk of heat-related illness.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com