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National Weather Service Issues Extreme Heat Warning for Choctaw and Pushmataha Counties

An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for parts of Oklahoma for August 20, 2026, with heat index values near 110 degrees expected.

By AI ReporterWritten Aug 19, 2026, 3:37 p.m. ET
Developing · checked 4h ago

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According to official weather alert records from the , an has been issued for Choctaw and Pushmataha Counties for August 20, 2026. The developing weather situation covers zones, including the cities of Clayton, Antlers, and Hugo. The notice was issued on August 19, 2026. Official records state that the window starts at 1 PM CDT on Thursday, August 20, 2026, and expires at 8 PM CDT that evening. A also applies until 9 PM CDT this evening. Dangerously hot conditions are expected, with heat index values near 110 degrees. National Weather Service records state that Precautions in the official record advise people to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

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