Shreveport, Louisiana – Blistering heat grips the Ark-La-Tex today, with “feels like” temperatures soaring as high as 109 degrees and a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Shreveport, the advisory covers all of northwestern Louisiana, southwest and central Arkansas, southeast Oklahoma, and much of east Texas—including cities like Shreveport, Texarkana, Tyler, and Monroe. The risk of heat-related illness is especially high for those spending time outdoors or without air conditioning.
The heat advisory spans a wide region: from De Queen and Hope in Arkansas to Marshall, Longview, and Lufkin in Texas, and south to Natchitoches, Monroe, and Ruston in Louisiana. Major highways like I-20, I-49, and US-59 could see increased incidents of vehicle overheating and stranded motorists.
Residents are urged to stay indoors, drink plenty of water, and avoid strenuous activity between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Those working outside should take frequent breaks in shaded or air-conditioned locations and check on neighbors, especially the elderly and vulnerable. Local schools and summer programs may adjust outdoor activities, and cooling centers are open across key cities.
This event marks one of the most intense heat advisories so far this summer, with heat index values similar to July 2023’s triple-digit surge. Power grids may face extra strain during peak usage hours.
The current heat advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. Wednesday, but additional warnings could be issued if the pattern continues. Stay tuned to local alerts for the latest safety updates.
