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Another Hot day for the South Plains - KCBD
Lubbock hit 102 degrees Tuesday, and Wednesday could be worse, with forecasters warning the South Plains may see a record high of 105 degrees. KCBD's weather team has designated Wednesday a First Alert Weather Day because of the forecast.
KCBD's weather team has designated Wednesday a First Alert Weather Day because of the forecast. A Heat Advisory covers most of the central South Plains, and an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for the eastern South Plains. Communities along and east of the Caprock face the most dangerous conditions, with highs potentially ranging from 105 to near 110 degrees.
For people who work outside or spend time in the sun, that is not just uncomfortable, it is dangerous. Temperatures at and above 100 degrees create real risk of heat exhaustion, which can turn serious fast.
If Wednesday's 105-degree reading holds, it would set a new record high for the date, making back-to-back days of punishing heat on the South Plains.
Common questions
How hot could it get in Lubbock on Wednesday?
- Forecasters warn Lubbock and the South Plains could hit 105 degrees Wednesday, which would set a new record high for the date. Areas along and east of the Caprock face even more extreme conditions, with highs potentially reaching close to 110 degrees.
What is the difference between a Heat Advisory and an Extreme Heat Warning?
- A Heat Advisory covers most of the central South Plains, while the more serious Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for the eastern South Plains. The Extreme Heat Warning signals the most dangerous conditions, where highs between 105 and 110 degrees pose serious health risks.
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