Climate Crisis Tears Through Austin, Officials Issue Warning

AUSTIN, TEXAS — The National Weather Service has issued an urgent warning for residents of Austin and the surrounding areas, with heat indexes predicted to soar to a blazing 111 degrees over the next five days.

This is an unprecedented and dangerous situation. We are urging all residents to take extreme caution and avoid unnecessary outdoor exposure, said National Weather Service meteorologist, Emily Heller.

Here's a breakdown of the anticipated heatwave:

Monday

• High: 103
• Low: 78
• Max heat index: 106 degrees
• Sunny skies, some relief with humidity dropping by midday: URL to weather website

Tuesday

• High: 104
• Low: 80
• Max heat index: 109 degrees
• Clear skies, but expect a heat advisory: URL to heat advisory info

Wednesday

• High: 104
• Low: 82
• Max heat index: 111 degrees
• More clear skies, heat advisory continues: URL to heat wave safety tips

Thursday

• High: 101
• Low: 79
• Max heat index: 107 degrees
• Partly cloudy, still blisteringly hot with advisory in place

Friday

• A slight dip, with a high of 98
• Low: 78
• Max heat index: 101 degrees
• Partly cloudy, but some relief in sight with rising humidity: URL to Friday's forecast