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ABC-7 First Alert: Record-heat potential Friday with increased storm chances!
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sarah Coria , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Temperatures in the area are expected to reach record highs, with El Paso possibly reaching 107 degrees and Las Cruces reaching 106 degrees.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for the El Paso and Las Cruces areas, including Sierra Blanca, due to expected high temperatures. The advisory started on July 29 and will last until July 31. Temperatures in the area are expected to reach record highs, with El Paso possibly reaching 107 degrees and Las Cruces reaching 106 degrees.
Further information on the heat advisory and weather forecast is available from the National Weather Service and local news sources, including KVIA ABC-7.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 31, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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