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Heat advisories, burn bans and high fire dangers encompass Central Texas
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Leslee Lacey , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Temperatures are expected to feel extremely hot, ranging from 105 to 107 degrees.
A heat advisory is in effect for Central Texas, including several counties such as McLennan and Bell. Temperatures are expected to feel extremely hot, ranging from 105 to 107 degrees. A burn ban is currently in place for most of Central Texas, excluding Coryell and Bosque counties.
The area is experiencing very dry conditions and dry vegetation, which increases the risk of fires. Wind gusts are also a concern, with speeds reaching 25 to 30 mph. Further details about the heat advisory and fire dangers are available from local news sources, including KXXV News.
Residents can stay informed about the weather pattern and any changes to the burn ban and fire threat levels.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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