ABC-7 First Alert: Prepare for triple-digit temperatures

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) – Due to dangerous heat Monday through Wednesday, we are under the first ABC-7 warning.

To prepare you for these days, we are releasing it early.

Expect highs of 102 degrees today and 100 degrees in Las Cruces.

Our maximum temperatures will continue to rise today, with most lowland regions seeing temperatures ranging between just over 35 degrees Celsius and just over 38 degrees Celsius.

It is expected to be even warmer on Monday.

There remains a slight chance of thunderstorms today and Monday, especially over the mountains of the region.

Most lowland regions will see triple-digit temperatures this week, with the hottest days forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday.

Towards the end of the week, the chance of rain could increase, bringing some relief from the scorching heat.