DFW, TX – North Texas residents should expect warmer conditions today as temperatures climb into the mid to upper 80s. The National Weather Service warns of an elevated grass fire risk this afternoon. Residents should avoid activities that might ignite fires and follow local burn bans.
According to the National Weather Service in Fort Worth, highs will reach around 84 degrees in the Dallas-Fort Worth area today. Nearby cities like Gainesville and Paris will also experience similar temperatures. Burn bans are in effect across multiple counties in the region.
Tonight, conditions are expected to cool slightly, with lows in the 60s. The warm-up will continue Tuesday with temperatures rising to the upper 80s, reaching 88 degrees in DFW.
Residents are urged to remain vigilant and take precautions to prevent fire outbreaks by adhering to fire safety regulations. Conditions remain dry, and the risk of grass fires persists throughout the week.