Air Quality Alert active as Fort Worth heads for 101F heat today - Aug 4, 4 AM

*As of Aug 4, 4 AM local time.*

Current heat and air

Fort Worth has an active Air Quality Alert as very hot weather builds. The current air temperature is 81F, and it feels like 82F. Relative humidity is 58%, with a dew point of 64F. Wind is 6 mph, with gusts to 11 mph, and the sky is clear.

Today, tonight and tomorrow

Today will be sunny, with a high near 101F and a low near 77F. The chance of precipitation is 0%, so rain is not part of the local forecast. Heat index values may reach 101F. South wind is forecast at 5 to 10 mph today.

Tonight is expected to stay mostly clear. The forecast includes a low around 81F, with temperatures rising to around 83F overnight. Heat index values may be as high as 101F, with south wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow will also be sunny, with a high near 102F and a low near 80F. The chance of precipitation remains 0%. Heat index values may reach 103F, with south southwest wind at 5 to 10 mph.

Alert and safety

NWS/NOAA lists an Air Quality Alert for Fort Worth. No severity level is specified in the alert information provided.

With extreme heat and the air-quality alert in place, keep outdoor exertion lighter when possible, drink water, and take breaks in shade or air conditioning. People who are more sensitive to heat or air quality should use extra caution.

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Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com