A heat wave across central U.S. is increasing energy demand while the East Coast stays relatively cool.

Central Texas is forecast to see heat indices around 104-110 through next Saturday, with a Heat Advisory covering parts of I-45 counties including Navarro, Freestone, and Leon.

East Texas heat is stressing air conditioning systems, and experts urge homeowners to schedule AC maintenance and preventive steps before breakdowns.

Meridian, Mississippi forecast says no Atlantic areas are expected to develop into tropical systems over the next 2 to 7 days after Bertha weakened over Texas.

Laredo-area forecasts call for clearing skies, highs in the 90s, and a heat risk that includes potential extreme heat across Texas on July 31.

A stationary front keeps showers and thunderstorms possible in the region while humidity and heat index values rise late weekend into next week.

The U.S. Drought Monitor reports drought intensification in parts of the Plains and Wyoming/Colorado due to heat, while Texas Hill Country improves from heavy rain.

South Texas faces a marginal risk of excessive rainfall today, with a 30% to 40% chance of more than two inches locally.

Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens urged boaters to use caution as tropical storm Bertha nears with strong winds, rough waters, and potential rescues.

Entergy Texas outlined year-round hurricane preparedness efforts to strengthen the grid and restore power faster for Southeast Texas.

Texas heat, rain, wind, ice, and flooding can reduce satellite, fixed wireless, and fiber internet speeds and reliability across the state.

Laredo faces seasonably hot conditions with heat indices between 100 and 110°F through the week.