Elsa, TX Weather Alerts

The combination of above normal high temperatures and relative
humidity percentages will result in uncomfortably hot conditions
across Deep South Texas and the Rio Grande Valley today. Heat
index values are expected to range between 105 and 110 degrees
this afternoon and early evening. Isolated areas may briefly
experience heat indices of 111 degrees for a short period of time.

If working outside today, be sure to drink plenty of water, wear
loose-fitting and light-colored clothing, and take frequent breaks
in air-conditioned locations. Be sure to check on elderly and
infirm neighbors and relatives, provide shade and fresh water for
outdoor pets and livestock, and check the backseat of your vehicle
when transporting children.

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 115. For
the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 118 expected.

* WHERE...Brooks, Inland Kenedy, Jim Hogg, Northern Hidalgo,
Southern Hidalgo, and Starr Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.
For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 1 PM this afternoon to 8
PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 115. For
the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat
index values up to 118 expected.

* WHERE...Brooks, Inland Kenedy, Jim Hogg, Northern Hidalgo,
Southern Hidalgo, and Starr Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 1 PM CDT this afternoon.
For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 1 PM this afternoon to 8
PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat and high humidity events.