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Extreme Heat Warning, Heat Advisory, and record highs
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Hannah Gard , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· August 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Meteorologist Hannah Gard reports that record highs are possible again today. Heat alerts have been issued due to possible record temperatures.
Heat alerts have been issued due to possible record temperatures. Meteorologist Hannah Gard reports that record highs are possible again today.
A few stray showers may provide some relief during the day, although the coverage of these showers is expected to be low.
Further information on the heat alerts and potential record temperatures is available from the source, including details on the affected areas and the duration of the heat alerts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 23, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
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