*As of Jul 22, 4 PM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Melissa, TX is currently under the influence of severe heat and poor air quality. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning, a Heat Advisory, and an Air Quality Alert for the area. These alerts highlight the immediate risks associated with the current weather pattern, urging residents to take precautions seriously.
Current conditions show an air temperature of 100F, but the combination of heat and humidity makes it feel like 117F. The relative humidity is at 48%, with a dew point of 77F, indicating oppressively humid air. Winds are blowing from the northeast at 13 mph, with gusts reaching 15 mph. The sky remains clear.
The Extreme Heat Warning is classified as severe with expected urgency. It was issued on July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by the NWS Fort Worth TX and remains in effect until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT. This warning underscores the life-threatening nature of the heat index values, which are expected to reach as high as 114 today.
Additionally, a Heat Advisory, rated as moderate with expected urgency, is active. Issued on July 22 at 11:48AM CDT by the NWS Fort Worth TX, this advisory runs until July 23 at 8:00PM CDT. It signals that while the heat may not be immediately life-threatening, it will be hot and humid enough to cause fatigue or heat illness with prolonged exposure.
An Air Quality Alert, with unknown severity and urgency, was issued on July 21 at 2:42PM CDT by the NWS Fort Worth TX. This alert indicates that air pollution levels may reach unhealthy levels, compounding the health risks already present due to the extreme temperatures.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today, the sun will dominate the sky with a high near 101F. The heat index will feel as high as 114. Northeast winds will persist at 10 to 15 mph. The chance of precipitation is 1%, with sunny conditions expected.
