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Weather Authority Alert: Long stretch of excessive heat ahead
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Robert Bettes , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the forecast are available from the Weather Authority, including exclusive 9-Hour and 9-Day Forecasts, which can provide more information on the upcoming weather conditions.
A prolonged period of excessive heat is expected in the El Paso area. The current temperatures in the 90s will soon give way to triple-digit heat. This extreme heat is set to begin on Father's Day, with no significant rain expected to provide relief.
Further details on the forecast are available from the Weather Authority, including exclusive 9-Hour and 9-Day Forecasts, which can provide more information on the upcoming weather conditions.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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