CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
— A dangerous heat wave is scorching the Coastal Bend region this week, with temperatures forecast to reach up to
105°F
in cities like
Corpus Christi
,
Laredo
,
Alice
, and
Freer
— and forecasters warn that there is little relief in sight before midweek.
The
National Weather Service (NWS) in Corpus Christi
issued warnings on Thursday, highlighting
extreme UV levels
, prolonged
dry conditions
, and elevated health risks, especially for those spending extended time outdoors.
Brutal Heat Blankets South Texas
The region is enduring what experts are calling one of the hottest stretches of the summer so far.
Highs between 100°F and 105°F
are expected every day through at least Tuesday, while
overnight lows
will only drop into the
upper 70s to low 80s
, offering
minimal cooling relief
.
The heat is affecting a wide area:
-
Laredo
is forecast to hit
103°F
on Friday -
Freer and Tilden
will likely
exceed 100°F
-
Even coastal towns like
Rockport
and
Port Lavaca
are expected to hit the
upper 90s
daily
According to the
Country Herald
, conditions will remain
mostly dry
, with only a
15% chance of rain
on Friday and
near-zero chances
through the weekend. This is due to persistent
southeast winds funneling hot, humid air
in from the
Gulf of Mexico
.
Health Risks: Stay Alert and Hydrated
The
NWS
and local emergency officials are urging Texans to take
heat-related precautions
, especially during the peak afternoon hours. Health experts say these temperatures can cause
heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and dehydration
—even after brief exposure.
Recommended precautions include:
-
Limiting outdoor activity
to early morning or evening hours -
Wearing light-colored clothing
and using
sunscreen
-
Staying hydrated
and avoiding sugary or alcoholic drinks -
Never leaving pets or children in vehicles
, even briefly
Outdoor workers, the elderly, and those without access to air conditioning face the
highest risks
.
Five-Day Forecast for Corpus Christi
-
Friday:
High 102°F / Low 80°F – Partly cloudy, 15% chance of rain -
Saturday:
High 103°F / Low 81°F – Sunny and hot -
Sunday:
High 104°F / Low 81°F – Dry with extreme UV index -
Monday:
High 105°F / Low 81°F – Dangerous heat continues -
Tuesday:
High 104°F / Low 81°F – No significant relief expected
Outlook Through Midweek
Meteorologists say the
heat dome
responsible for the extreme temperatures shows
no signs of breaking
until at least midweek. If conditions worsen further,
additional advisories
could be issued for the affected counties.
Texans are encouraged to
monitor local weather updates
and check on
vulnerable neighbors
and loved ones as the heat persists.
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