Headline:
Heat Advisory issued August 23 at 5:20PM CDT until August 26 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Event:
Heat Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 3:20pm
Expires:
August 24, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 107 and
heat index values up to 110 this afternoon. Temperatures up to 105
are expected Monday through Wednesday.
* WHERE...Caldwell, Fayette, Gonzales, Lavaca, and Lee Counties.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 7 PM CDT this evening.
For the Heat Advisory, until 7 PM CDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high
humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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.
Area Description:
Lee; Caldwell; Fayette; Gonzales; Lavaca
Forcast Office:
NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov