NWS Warns High Heat and Humidity May Cause Heat Illnesses in Central Texas
The National Weather Service warns that hot temperatures and high humidity could trigger heat illnesses across eight Texas counties on August 21, 2026.
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National Weather Service Issues Heat Advisory for Central Texas Counties
The National Weather Service San Angelo TX issued an official Heat Advisory at 11:16 AM CDT on August 20, 2026, for a developing weather situation affecting 17 zones in Texas on August 21, 2026. The advisory window starts at 1:00 PM CDT on Friday, August 21, 2026, and expires at 7:00 PM CDT on August 21, 2026.
Official National Weather Service documents state that afternoon highs of 105 to 109 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. The advisory area includes Callahan, Fisher, Haskell, Jones, Nolan, Shackelford, Taylor, and Throckmorton Counties. Affected cities listed by the weather service are Dudley, Cross Plains, Hamlin, Eula, Truby, Clyde, Irby, Stith, Albany, Baird, Woodson, Tuxedo, Stamford, Rotan, Funston, Haskell, Sweetwater, Abilene, Throckmorton, Anson, and Roby.
The National Weather Service noted that hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Official guidance advises staying indoors in air-conditioned buildings, drinking more water than usual, wearing lightweight and light-colored clothing, taking longer and more frequent breaks during outdoor activity, and never leaving children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
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