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Temple opens local cooling centers as extreme heat continues
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Toni Marie , as published by FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Daily temperatures are expected to reach or exceed 100 degrees throughout the week.
The City of Temple is taking steps to help residents cope with the ongoing extreme heat. Daily temperatures are expected to reach or exceed 100 degrees throughout the week. In response, the city has opened cooling centers around town to provide a safe and comfortable space for people to cool off.
Further details about the cooling centers, including locations, are available from local news sources, such as FOX 44 News.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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