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Melissa Weather: Air Quality Alert Active Amidst Dangerous Heat - Aug 28, 2 PM

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Melissa residents face dangerous heat with temperatures near 99F and an active Air Quality Alert. Expect sunny conditions today and tomorrow with highs near 100F.

Arlen Iverson

August 28, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

*As of Aug 28, 2 PM local time.*

Current Conditions and Alert

An active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect for the Melissa area, issued by the National Weather Service. This alert highlights potential concerns regarding air quality that residents should be aware of. Simultaneously, the region is experiencing dangerous heat levels.

The current air temperature stands at 99 degrees Fahrenheit, with a feels-like temperature of 100 degrees. The relative humidity is 31 percent, and the dew point is 63 degrees. Winds are blowing from the east-northeast at 5 miles per hour, with gusts reaching 30 miles per hour.

The sky remains clear, offering no immediate relief from the intense solar radiation.

Today and Tonight

Today will remain sunny with a high near 99 degrees. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 1 percent. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 102 degrees, making the air feel significantly warmer than the actual temperature.

Winds will shift slightly, ranging from 5 to 10 miles per hour. Tonight, conditions will stay clear with a low around 75 degrees. The heat index will remain elevated, reaching up to 99 degrees.

East winds will continue at 5 to 10 miles per hour, keeping the atmosphere dry and warm.

Tomorrow's Outlook

Tomorrow brings similar conditions, with sunny skies and a high near 100 degrees. The chance of rain remains negligible at 1 percent. Heat index values are projected to peak at 104 degrees, indicating extreme heat stress.

Winds will come from the south-southeast at 5 to 10 miles per hour. As the day progresses, the combination of high temperatures and low humidity will maintain the dangerous heat profile. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor exertion during peak heat hours, and monitor air quality updates.

Given the active alert and persistent heat, it is prudent to check on vulnerable neighbors and ensure adequate cooling in indoor spaces. The weather pattern suggests a continued period of dry, hot conditions without significant precipitation relief.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Arlen Iverson

Arlen Iverson covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Melissa.

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