Heat Advisory for Lamar, Delta, Hopkins and 11 Other Texas Counties Through Tuesday
The National Weather Service warns of heat index values up to 105 and increased risk of heat-related illnesses on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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Aug 24, 2026, 2:37 p.m. ETFirst report
Heat Advisory Issued for Lamar, Delta, Hopkins and Other Texas Counties
The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has issued a Heat Advisory for portions of Central and East Texas, effective from 9 PM CDT Monday, August 24, 2026, through 9 PM CDT Tuesday, August 25, 2026. The advisory covers 14 counties, including Lamar, Delta, Hopkins, Van Zandt, Rains, Henderson, Freestone, Anderson, Bell, Falls, Limestone, Leon, Milam, and Robertson. Cities affected include Wills Point, Cooper, Normangee, Fort Hood, Centerville, Sulphur Springs, Cameron, Fairfield, Grand Saline, Marlin, Paris, East Tawakoni, Palestine, Groesbeck, Wortham, Franklin, Calvert, Canton, Van, Killeen, Buffalo, Mexia, Oakwood, Edgewood, and Point.
According to the advisory, temperatures are expected to reach up to 103 degrees, with heat index values up to 105. The advisory warns that extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat-related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. The National Weather Service recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location, and heat stroke is an emergency—call 9 1 1.
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