USPS moves up shifts after Dallas postal worker dies in heat, union says

A week after Dallas letter carrier Eugene Gates Jr. collapsed during his route, and later died at a hospital, USPS shifts in Texas will start earlier.

Dallas weather: June 27 afternoon forecast
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FOX 4 meteorologist Dylan Federico takes a look at the "heat dome" over Texas and how much longer we will see triple-digit temperatures.

'Heat Dome' cranks up the temps in Texas - here's what it is.

In Texas, the average daily high temperatures have increased by 2.4 degrees — 0.8 degrees per decade — since 1993, according data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Popular Dallas nature preserve closing early due to excessive heat

A popular hiking spot southwest of Dallas is making sure its guests are safe during the dangerous temperatures over the next few days.

Popular hiking trails close early due to excessive heat
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A popular hiking spot southwest of Dallas is making sure its guests are safe during the dangerous temperatures over the next few days. FOX 4's Paige Ellenberger reports live from Cedar Ridge Preserve where the hours have temporarily changed.

Dallas Weather: June 27 morning forecast
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FOX 4 Weather Meteorologist Evan Andrews talks about the dangerous heat index for Tuesday and an excessive heat warning that's in effect for North Texas.

FW Stockyards cattle drive schedule affected by heat
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The recent excessive heat forced organizers at the Fort Worth Stockyards to make an unprecedented change.

Police cadet recovering after being struck by lightning
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19-year-old Benjamin Graves, a Fort Worth Police Department cadet, is feeling very fortunate and thankful to be alive after he was hit by lightning during training.

Dallas weather: June 26 evening forecast
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Feels like temperatures climbed well above 110 on Monday. FOX 4 meteorologist Dan Henry shows that the heat is far from over.

Fort Worth police cadet recovering after being struck by lightning

19-year-old Benjamin Graves, a Fort Worth Police Department cadet, is feeling very fortunate and thankful to be alive after he was hit by lightning during training.

Dallas weather: June 26 Afternoon Forecast
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FOX 4 meteorologist Dylan Federico talks about the string of days with triple-digit temperatures.

String of triple-digit days to test Texas power grid
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The Texas power grid will get a big test this week with triple-digit temperatures in the forecast for the whole week. Good Day talked about the state's capacity to cool off with Doug Lewin, the author of "Texas Energy and Power Newsletter." He's also a podcast host and president of "Stoic Energy."

ERCOT issues weather watch through Friday

The Texas power grid operator issued a weather watch that will be in effect through at least Friday.

Dallas Weather: June 26 morning forecast
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FOX 4 Weather Meteorologist Evan Andrews talks about the triple-digit temperatures in the forecast for the week ahead.

North Texans finding ways to beat the heat
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Splash pads in North Texas are seeing quite a bit of traffic. While families are enjoying the summer, MedStar is urging people to stay safe. Emergency responders have already treated more then 150 people for heat-related illnesses.

MedStar reports increase in heat-related illnesses as triple digit heat set to continue all this week

While families are finding ways to beat the heat and enjoy the summer, MedStar is still warning people of the dangers of this heat, as we’re looking at triple digit temperatures all days this week.

DFW records its 1st 100 degree day of the year

We may be seeing our first triple digit heat day of the summer, but more are coming this week, and it's supposed to get even hotter.