Shreveport Area Faces Heat Advisory

We are expecting another very hot week around Shreveport Bossier and the entire region. The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a Heat Advisory until 7pm Monday night, but this advisory will likely be extended for much of this week.

The high temperatures are expected to climb to the 100 degree mark on Monday and that temp combined with the humidity will drive the heat index temps up to somewhere between 105 and 110 degrees.

What Areas Are Impacted By Heat Advisory?

This heat advisory includes all of northwest Louisiana, southwest Arkansas, southeast Oklahoma and northeast Texas.

This extreme heat could cause some heat related illnesses to happen.

An excessive heat warning is in effect for parts of northeast Texas including Dallas, Fort Worth and that entire region. This excessive heat warning is in effect until 9pm Tuesday night. This warning means dangerously hot conditions with temperatures between 105 and 110 driving the heat index values well over 110.

Here's the message from the National Weather Service:

This extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

These dry conditions will also result in concerns about drought and burn bans have been put in place in many communities. Our best chance to see some rain is on Thursday afternoon.