Texas Braces for Dangerous Heat Wave and Severe Storms

The National Weather Service has extended the excessive heat warning until Wednesday at 9 p.m. for South Central Texas and the Hill Country, with high temperatures forecasted to reach 106 and 108 degrees on Monday and Tuesday respectively. Heat indices may reach as high as 119 and 120 degrees in some areas. Strong to severe storms are also possible on Monday afternoon and evening. The NWS recommends consolidating outdoor activities to cooler parts of the day and staying hydrated to avoid heat exhaustion. San Antonio has heat respite centers open across the city to provide air conditioning and rest for those who need it.