Dallas, Texas – North Texans will face both dangerous heat and unhealthy air quality Friday as an Ozone Action Day has been declared for the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Afternoon highs near 96 degrees, paired with a heat index approaching 100, will coincide with poor air quality conditions, creating risks for both health and safety.
According to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, atmospheric conditions will favor elevated ozone pollution levels across the region on Friday. Sensitive groups, including children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions, are advised to limit time outdoors. Residents can help reduce pollution by carpooling, using public transportation, avoiding unnecessary idling, and conserving energy.
The National Weather Service in Fort Worth reports clear skies and calm winds overnight, with temperatures holding around 76 degrees. Friday will bring abundant sunshine and hot, stagnant air—key drivers of high ozone formation. Areas around Dallas Love Field, Arlington, and Fort Worth are expected to be most affected.
Residents should take precautions by staying hydrated, limiting strenuous outdoor activity, and checking on vulnerable neighbors. Additional air quality alerts may be issued if conditions persist into the weekend.
Five Day Forecast for Dallas, Texas:
- Friday: Sunny, high near 96. Heat index up to 100. Low 75.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 94. Low 75.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 94. Low 74.
- Monday: Sunny, high 94. Low 73.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 94. Low 73.
