El Campo, Texas

... Near record high temperatures expected over the Holiday weekend...

Hot afternoons are in store for southeast Texas over the Fourth of July
weekend as strong upper level high pressure builds across the area.
Afternoon high temperatures each day will be near or above record levels
at many locations... and heat index values will peak in a 102 to 107
range. A heat advisory might be needed.

Those venturing outside over the next three days should prepare themselves
for the intense heat. Use light weight and light colored clothing. Try
to avoid prolonged outdoor activity during the hottest time of the day.
Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration. Make sure indoor locations
are properly air conditioned. Make sure both the Young and the elderly
are safe... and that the pets have shade and plenty of water.

Heat relief is expected to come next week. The strong upper level high
pressure system will weaken and drift westward. Both decreasing afternoon
high temperatures and increasing rain chances can be expected.

... Record high temperature set at Houston intercontinental...

A record high temperature of 100 degrees was tied at Houston
intercontinental today. This ties the old record of 100 set in 1980.