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Storms with heavy rain change to extreme heat in El Paso
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Robert Bettes , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 18, 2026
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Key points This rain is associated with thunderstorms driven by a low-pressure system located south of Juarez. Heavy rain has been affecting parts of El Paso, particularly in the east and central areas.
Heavy rain has been affecting parts of El Paso , particularly in the east and central areas. This rain is associated with thunderstorms driven by a low-pressure system located south of Juarez.
The monsoon season has been active in recent days, bringing significant weather changes to the region. Details of the current weather pattern are available from local news sources.
A shift in the weather is expected, with dry conditions forecast for Tuesday, followed by a period of extreme heat with triple-digit temperatures. For more information on the weather outlook, readers can refer to the original source.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
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