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Dallas-Fort Worth hits 20th 100-degree day of the year; extreme heat, fire danger persist
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk Ali Turiano , as published by FOX 4 (KDFW)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This year's total of 100-degree days now matches the average for the summer season.
Dallas -Fort Worth has reached its 20th day of 100-degree temperatures this year. This milestone marks a significant point in the summer season. The region is experiencing extreme heat, which is also contributing to fire danger.
The return of triple-digit temperatures to North Texas has pushed the area to this seasonal milestone. This year's total of 100-degree days now matches the average for the summer season. Further information on the current heat wave and its effects on the region can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 4.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: FOX 4 (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Dallas-Fort Worth has reached its 20th day of 100-degree temperatures this year. This milestone marks a significant point in the summer season. The region is experiencing extreme heat, which is also…
When was this published? This article was first published on August 13, 2026 by FOX 4 (KDFW) and curated for The Dallas readers.
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