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Gusty winds and triple digits, Saharan dust moving in
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Hannah Gard , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Saharan dust is also moving towards the southern United States, which may impact the area.
A stretch of triple-digit temperatures is expected to continue in West Lake Hills , accompanied by blustery winds. This hot and windy weather is forecast to last for the rest of the week. Saharan dust is also moving towards the southern United States, which may impact the area.
Further information on the weather forecast is available from local meteorologists, including Meteorologist Hannah Gard, who is tracking the situation.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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