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Storms graze northeastern areas, temps in the upper-90s
By Thomas Patrick at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
Temperatures continue to hit upper 90s throughout Central Texas. But a bit of relief in the form of rain and storms entered our northeastern areas thanks to a cluster of storms that formed over Tyler and moved westward through Corsicana, dropping temperatures into the 70s temporarily. Unfortunate...
Key takeaway But a bit of relief in the form of rain and storms entered our northeastern areas thanks to a cluster of storms that formed over Tyler and moved westward through Corsicana, dropping temperatures into the 70s temporarily.
Why this matters in The Waco
The brief respite from the heat brought by storms in northeastern areas will be a welcome change for some Waco residents, but the fizzling out of these storms as they move west past I-45 means that many will continue to endure temperatures in the upper 90s. As the city heads into the weekend, the marginally unsettled weather pattern may bring isolated thunderstorms, but the low probabilities of rain mean that these storms will likely be scattered and unpredictable. This unpredictability will be a challenge for outdoor events and activities, which are a staple of Waco's community calendar. The upcoming Heat Dome in the Central Plains will also have implications for local heat mitigation efforts, as temperatures are expected to remain in the upper 90s and possibly reach 100 degrees. As the heat persists, residents will need to remain vigilant about heat safety and take steps to protect themselves and their neighbors from the effects of extreme heat.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Temperatures continue to hit upper 90s throughout Central Texas. But a bit of relief in the form of rain and storms entered our northeastern areas thanks to a cluster of storms that formed over Tyler and moved westward through Corsicana, dropping temperatures into the 70s temporarily. Unfortunate...
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