Galveston County, TX

Hot temperatures are expected to continue to rise over the next few days, bringing dangerous heat index values for the end of the week, over the weekend and for a large portion of next week. An Excessive Heat Watch will be in effect for a majority of Southeast Texas from 11 AM Friday to 8 PM Saturday, with heat indices possibly exceeding 113 degrees. It is possible this Excessive Heat Watch will be upgraded to an Excessive Heat Warning.  All heat safety precautions should be taken whether there is a Watch or a Warning in place.  With this heat expected to persist into much of next week, additional watches and/or warnings are anticipated. 

For additional weather updates and information, visit the National Weather Service Houston/Galveston