The Rio Grande Valley is experiencing extremely hot conditions, with temperatures and humidity combining to make the area feel miserable. The heat index, which indicates what the temperature feels like, is nearing 130 degrees. This intense heat is expected to continue through Friday, making for another very hot day in the Valley.
For more information on the current heat wave and forecast, readers can refer to ValleyCentral, the local news source for the McAllen, Texas area.
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