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FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast for Friday, July 31st, 2026
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Ethan Yost , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway In the region, daytime highs will vary, reaching 107° in the Rio Grande River Valley and the upper 90s in the Mountains.
A heat wave is ongoing in West Texas and southeast New Mexico. Today, heat levels will remain high, with triple-digit highs expected in the area. In the region, daytime highs will vary, reaching 107° in the Rio Grande River Valley and the upper 90s in the Mountains.
Midland and Odessa are expected to reach 101° by 5 PM. Further details on the heat wave and forecast are available from the FIRST ALERT 7 Forecast. Residents are advised to take precautions, such as taking breaks indoors and drinking plenty of water, to cope with the heat.
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Category: safety Published: July 31, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A heat wave is ongoing in West Texas and southeast New Mexico. Today, heat levels will remain high, with triple-digit highs expected in the area. In the region, daytime highs will vary, reaching 107°…
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