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Dallas-Fort Worth hits 20th 100-degree day of the year; extreme heat, fire danger persist
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ali Turiano , as published by FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The return of triple-digit temperatures to North Texas has contributed to this total, which is now equal to the average number of 100-degree days for the summer.
Dallas-Fort Worth has reached its 20th day of 100-degree temperatures this year. This milestone marks a significant point in the region's summer season. The return of triple-digit temperatures to North Texas has contributed to this total, which is now equal to the average number of 100-degree days for the summer.
Further information on the extreme heat and its impact on the region can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) - News ·
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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 region's summer season. The return of triple-digit temperatures to…
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