ABC-7 First Alert: Heat Advisory returns with dangerously hot temps

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- We remain under an ABC-7 First Alert because of dangerously hot temps expected.

The National Weather Service has issued a Weather Alert ahead of todays heat for El Paso County:

• Heat Advisory in effect from June 17, 12:00 PM MDT until June 17, 09:00 PM MDT

Today we started off with temps in the upper 70s. El Paso we are expected to reach a high of 106. If we do reach that high officially it will be dangerously hot as well as the hottest temps we've seen so far this year. Las Cruces is expected to reach a high of 103.

Today we will encounter light winds and light risk for isolated storms.

Water you doing? Grab an extra bottle of water before you head out the door!