RUIDOSO, New Mexico (KVIA) — The South Fork and Salt Fires continue to be 0% contained according to the New Mexico Fire Information. But the number of acres has not grown exponentially anymore. The South Fork Fire continues to be at over 16,000 acres and the Salt Fire burning at over 7,000. According to the
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Showers and storms hit parts of the viewing area hard today with some hail, heavy rain, and gusty winds. Heavy rain hit parts of Chaparral, White Sands, and Hudspeth County. The El Paso Airport recorded just less than .10″ of rain while no rain was measured in Las Cruces. Gusty SE winds will continue overnight
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the heat but we are also looking at some stronger winds accompanying storm systems moving into the region. We enter a very active weather pattern for your Wednesday starting with a heat advisory in effect. We are still looking at a hot
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Temps will continue to be hot again Wednesday with highs around 103. Winds will shift to the SE later in the day, sending moisture and humidity to the west throughout El Paso and southern New Mexico. This will provide the fuel for some showers and thunderstorms later Wednesday. Rain chances along with cooler temps will
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – No surprise we are in for another hot day as we are dry and awaiting moisture. For your Tuesday we are looking at reaching highs in the upper 90s to the low 100s across the region. El Paso is expected to reach a high of 102 and Las Cruces a
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The winds will shift to the SE beginning Wednesday changing the direction of the smoke and flames to more of a West/Northwesterly direction. Those SE winds will also bring in some moisture – giving the area about a 50% chance for storms. Early models runs indicate the Ruidoso area could see up to .50″ of
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As temperatures soar in the Borderland, ProAction Emergency Services Institute reports a surge in heat-related emergencies. Jesus Gomez, an EMT with ProAction, highlighted key strategies for identifying and preventing heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion. He said heat exhaustion symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and fainting. He noted that
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Happy Father’s Day to all of the fathers in the Borderland! We remain under a first alert because of the hot conditions. It was another hot one in the Borderland, we topped out at 106. The high will be around 106 tomorrow. Likewise, Tuesday will be hot, but not as hot as the past few
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the hot and dry conditions throughout the Borderland! Today temperatures throughout the region are expected to reach the low 100s. El Paso is expected to reach 104, Las Cruces 102. Light breezes could be felt with gusts expected to peak at 20-25
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The ABC-7 First Alert remains in effect as scorching heat grips the Borderland. Today’s highs are expected to reach around 107 degrees in El Paso and 104 in Las Cruces. A weak high pressure system aloft and dry westerly winds will keep the region hot and dry through mid-week, with
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Our ABC-7 First Alert continues because of the HOT conditions! We are expected to get up to 106 today and tomorrow. Temperatures will remain around 105 to 106 until Tuesday. The Excessive Heat Warning along the Rio Grande Valley in El Paso and Hudspeth Counties has expired and has been
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We continue to be under an ABC-7 First Alert because of the dangerously hot temperatures we will experience this weekend. We rose to 104 today. It will also be hot if you have any outdoor plans for Father’s Day, take it easy if you will be out in these conditions. Looking into the work week,
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The scorching heat continues to grip the Borderland, with El Paso expecting a high of 105 degrees and Las Cruces not far behind at 102 degrees. Warm and dry conditions will persist through the weekend and into mid-week as a deep, dry westerly flow dominates the region. However, relief is
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Another dangerously hot day is expected in the Borderland. We continue to be under an ABC-7 First Alert due to the heat! After a record-breaking hot day, today’s temperatures were close to yesterday’s high. We rose to 107. With us dropping to 81 this morning, we surpassed a record-high minimum of 78 which was set
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As the Borderland continues to deal with a triple-digit heatwave, experts explain extreme heat can significantly impact your physical and mental well-being. According to medical experts, heat waves can exacerbate anxiety, stress and irritability. Additionally, experts explain that medication used to treat mental health disorders could impact the human body’s
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Still sticking hot for your Friday! We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert for the dangerous heat throughout the Borderland! Today temperatures throughout the region are expected to reach the low 100s. El Paso is expected to reach 106, Las Cruces 103. El Paso remains under an Excessive Heat Warning
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Our ABC-7 First Alert continues in the Borderland because of the hot conditions! We broke our daily record high of 106 which was set back in 1980. We topped out at 109 today! This also makes today the hottest day of the year. Likewise, it was the hottest day of the year so far for
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Our ABC-7 First Alert continues in the Borderland because of the heat, temperatures throughout El Paso are expected to reach 109, Las Cruces 108. This makes Thursday the hottest day of 2024 so far. City/County Health Authority Dr. Hector Ocaranza, sat down with ABC-7 about the importance of staying safe
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Hot! Hot! Hot! Thursday temperatures are cranking up even further! We are under an ABC-7 First Alert for the dangerous heat potentially record-breaking heat. Today temperatures throughout the region are expected to reach the low 100s. El Paso is expected to reach 109, Las Cruces 108. Dangerous temperatures will stick
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We continue under the ABC-7 First Alert due to sweltering conditions, today’s forecast predicts highs of 107 degrees and 105 degrees for Las Cruces, with temperatures steadily rising. Our current heatwave shows no signs of relenting over the next several days. Thursday is anticipated to be the pinnacle of the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today temperatures continue to crank up! We are under an ABC-7 First Alert for the dangerous heat expected Wednesday- Friday potentially ranging between 105-110 degrees. Today temperatures throughout the region are expected to reach the low 100s. El Paso is expected to reach 105, Las Cruces 104. Dangerous temperatures will stick
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — ABC-7 extends the First Alert due to soaring temperatures, warning of dangerous heat levels spanning from Wednesday through Sunday, ranging anywhere from 105 to 109 degrees. Today, both El Paso and Las Cruces are bracing for triple-digit highs. Anticipate consecutive days of scorching heat, with no break in sight. While
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Today our warm-up begins! We are under an ABC-7 First Alert for the dangerous heat expected to kick off Wednesday- Friday potentially ranging between 105-110 degrees. Today temperatures throughout the region are expected to reach the upper 90s and into the low 100s. We are looking to see calm breezes today.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — We’ve issued another ABC-7 First Alert due to the heat, specifically for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Expect temperatures to range from 105 to 109 degrees. While today offers a slight break from the triple-digit highs, with temperatures hovering around the high 90s, the heat will ramp up again soon. Triple-digit
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As temperatures rise, so do heat-related illnesses. That’s why ABC sat down with a medical expert to find out what you can do to protect yourself. Doctor David Weismiller with the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’s Department of Family and Community Medicine said heat exhaustion can happen with triple-digit temperatures.
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The City of El Paso is reactivating its community cooling centers Tuesday, June 11, 2024 until further notices. Everyone is welcome to use the cooling centers to stay safe as potentially record-setting heat is forecasted the next few days. Cooling Centers The cooling centers will be open from 9 a.m.
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Our ABC-7 StormTrack Weather team has issued an ABC-7 First Alert for the dangerous heat expected to kick off Wednesday- Friday potentially ranging between 105-110 degrees. EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Monday we are looking to potentially see a break from the triple digits but temps will start quickly warming to record- breaking highs. Today
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Happy Sunday to the Borderland! We are no longer under that ABC-7 First Alert because it was cooler today. We only got up to 98 degrees. We also set a new record high minimum today, it was 84 degrees this morning. For tomorrow, it will be a bit cooler compared to today. Here comes the
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EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Good morning and happy Sunday! We’re still under an ABC-7 First Alert due to scorching temperatures, with triple digits expected again. Our hot weather streak persists, but there’s some relief in sight. Today and Monday, expect a slight cool-down due to clouds and isolated thunderstorms. However, by Tuesday, temperatures will
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