Corpus Christi, Texas

... Heat advisory remains in effect until 8 PM CDT this evening...

A heat advisory remains in effect until 8 PM CDT this evening.

Very hot temperatures ranging from the mid 90s to around
108 degrees along with dewpoints from near 70 to the mid 70s will
produce heat indices between 110 and 115 degrees for the remainder
of this afternoon and early this evening over portions of south
Texas. These heat indices will be in the danger level... and could
result in heat exhaustion... or even heat stroke... if precautions
are not taken.

Dewpoints over western portions of south Texas have fallen into
the 60s. However... as the sea- breeze moves through... dewpoints will
increase and combine with the hot temperatures to produce heat
indices of 110 degrees or higher for about two hours.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

Children... the elderly and people with chronic ailments are
usually the first to suffer from the heat. Heat exhaustion...
cramps or in extreme cases heat stroke can result from prolonged
exposure to these conditions. Friends... relatives or neighbors
should check on people who may be at risk.

If you must be outside... reduce your activities... drink plenty of
water... take frequent breaks and wear light colored clothing.

... Fire danger elevated over the 4th of July weekend...

Ongoing drought conditions across south Texas have resulted in
extremely dry and stressed vegetation. Under these conditions...
the use of fireworks during the 4th of July Holiday often results
in an increased risk for accidental fires.

Due to this risk... several counties in south Texas have established
bans on aerial fireworks. In addition... many cities across south
Texas also ban fireworks within city limits... including Corpus
Christi... Laredo... and the city of Victoria.

Help prevent deadly wildfires. If fireworks are permitted where
you live... and you will be using them... make sure to follow all
instructions. Keep fireworks away from grassy areas and keep a
bucket of water or a water hose close by. Make sure there is adult
supervision at all times. Make sure all fireworks are out cold
before disposing of them.

Remember too that in such drought conditions accidental fires can
start from machinery... motor vehicles... and throwing burning
cigarettes on the ground.

... Record high temperature tied at Corpus Christi...

a record high temperature of 97 degrees was set at Corpus Christi today.
This ties the old record of 97 set in 1988.