Heat Advisory Issued for West Texas Counties Through Sunday Evening
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of West Texas from Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening.
3 reports on this incident · first at Aug 21, 2026, 1:52 p.m. ET
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Aug 21, 2026, 1:53 p.m. ET
Heat Advisory for Borden, Scurry, Howard, Mitchell Through Sunday Evening
The National Weather Service in Midland has issued a Heat Advisory for Borden, Scurry, Howard, and Mitchell counties, in effect from 1 PM Saturday, August 22, 2026, to 7 PM CDT Sunday, August 23, 2026. The advisory warns that hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, with highs up to 105 degrees and overnight lows near 80.
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. Heat stroke is an emergency; call 9 1 1. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles for even a moment, as car interiors will very quickly reach lethal temperatures.
Aug 21, 2026, 1:52 p.m. ETFirst report
Heat Advisory for Borden, Scurry, Howard Counties Through Sunday Evening
The National Weather Service in Midland has issued a Heat Advisory for portions of West Texas, including Borden, Scurry, Howard, and Mitchell counties, as well as the cities of Colorado City, Big Spring, Snyder, and Gail. The advisory is in effect from 1 PM Saturday, August 22, to 7 PM CDT Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Temperatures up to 105 degrees are expected, with overnight lows near 80 degrees. The advisory warns that hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. The National Weather Service recommends taking precautions to reduce risk during outdoor work, such as scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency; call 9 1 1. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles for even a moment, as car interiors can quickly reach lethal temperatures.
The advisory expires at 7 PM CDT Sunday, August 23, 2026.
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