ChaptGPT – As the dog days of summer persist, Freestone County is bracing for a series of scorching temperatures over the next few days. The National Weather Service predicts highs ranging from 102°F to 106°F through the weekend, continuing the trend of extreme heat that has characterized this summer.
Residents are advised to take precautions as heat indices could push values even higher, reaching potentially dangerous levels. The Texas Department of State Health Services urges locals to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours, and check on elderly neighbors and pets.
This heatwave comes on the heels of a summer that has already seen several record-breaking days. Last week, Freestone County experienced its hottest day of the year so far, with the mercury hitting 108°F, a figure that ties with historical highs for mid-August in the area.
