Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 21 at 6:23AM CDT by NWS Brownsville TX
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 21, 2026 - 4:23am
Expires:
September 21, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
The combination of hot temperatures and elevated humidity levels
will produce heat index values between 108 and 111 degrees for
several hours this afternoon into this evening. A few locations
may briefly experience heat index values above 111 degrees.
If you plan to spend time outside, drink plenty of water, wear
light weight and light colored clothing and take frequent breaks
from the heat. Young children and pets should never be left
unattended in vehicles.
Area Description:
Zapata; Jim Hogg; Brooks; Inland Kenedy; Starr; Southern Hidalgo; Inland Willacy; Inland Cameron; Coastal Kenedy; Northern Hidalgo; Coastal Willacy; Coastal Cameron
Forcast Office:
NWS Brownsville TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov