El Paso residents are bracing for a scorching weekend ahead, as a heat advisory remains in effect from Friday noon until midnight Monday night, according to the National Weather Service in El Paso, Texas. Temperatures are set to reach a sizzling high of 105 degrees on Friday and could soar even higher, to 109 degrees between Saturday and Monday.
Affected areas include Eastern/Central El Paso County, the Rio Grande Valley of Eastern El Paso/Western Hudspeth Counties, and the Rio Grande Valley of Eastern Hudspeth County. With Sunday and Monday predicted to be the hottest days, locals could experience highs at or above 110 degrees, as reported by the National Weather Service. The heat advisory issued will likely expand its coverage by the weekend, and there's a chance it will extend into Tuesday.
The relentless heat poses a significant risk of heat-related illnesses. The National Weather Service advises the public to drink plenty of fluids, seek air-conditioned spaces, and minimize sun exposure. They also emphasize the importance of checking in on relatives and neighbors who might be vulnerable to the extreme temperatures. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, the NWS cautions residents.
