Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 18 at 2:04AM CDT until June 18 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 18, 2026 - 12:04am
Expires:
June 18, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 112
expected. Temperatures up to 115 can be expected along the Rio
Grande.
* WHERE...Lower Brewster, Terrell, Glasscock, Howard, Mitchell, and
Reagan Counties.
* WHEN...From noon today to 10 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids even if you don't feel thirsty, but avoid
alcohol and caffeine. Stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on elderly and vulnerable relatives and
neighbors.
Look before you lock! Do not leave young children and pets in
unattended vehicles for even a moment. Car interiors will very
quickly reach lethal temperatures.
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:
Howard; Mitchell; Glasscock; Reagan; Terrell; Lower Brewster County
Forcast Office:
NWS Midland/Odessa TX
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov