North Texas is experiencing a prolonged dry spell, with the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport marking 26 consecutive days without measurable rainfall. The last recorded rainfall produced just 0.07 inches, and the region is now facing abnormally dry conditions, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor report.
Heat Wave Returns
Temperatures in the DFW area are expected to reach 100 degrees, with heat index values pushing feelings of up to 105 degrees. The heat is projected to intensify later in the week, climbing to 102 degrees by Thursday and Friday. With students returning to school across North Texas, parents and children need to take standard heat precautions, including staying hydrated and wearing lightweight clothing.
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