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Dangerous heat lasts all weekend
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Shelby Mac , as published by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The warning will remain in place until Sunday evening, with Middle Tennessee's warning ending at 7 PM and Southern Kentucky's at 8 PM.
An Extreme Heat Warning is currently in effect for Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky. The warning will remain in place until Sunday evening, with Middle Tennessee's warning ending at 7 PM and Southern Kentucky's at 8 PM. Temperatures in the area are expected to feel extremely hot, potentially reaching up to 112 degrees.
Residents are advised to take precautions to stay cool and safe. Further details about the heat warning and temperature expectations are available from local news sources, including WKRN News 2. It is recommended to stay informed and take necessary steps to stay safe during the extreme heat.
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Category: local Published: August 15, 2026 Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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