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First Alert Forecast: Dangerously hot stretch of 100°+ heat indices continues across Middle Tennessee
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · As published by WSMV
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Heat indices are expected to reach over 100 degrees.
A period of extremely hot weather is affecting Middle Tennessee. Heat indices are expected to reach over 100 degrees. This heat wave is considered dangerously hot, posing a risk to the area.
Further information about the forecast can be found through WSMV's First Alert Forecast. For the most up-to-date and detailed information, readers can refer to WSMV's forecast, which is tracking the heat wave's progression across Middle Tennessee.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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