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Big Country opens cooling centers as dangerous heat grips area
Summary by Abilene News Editorial Desk ABC 12 , as published by KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the cooling centers, including The Sweetwater House of Peace, can be found through local news sources, such as KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News.
Dangerous heat is affecting the Big Country area, prompting the opening of cooling centers. Temperatures are expected to reach extreme highs in the coming days. The area will experience very hot conditions, with temperatures soaring to 108 degrees on Wednesday.
The heat will remain intense on Thursday, with temperatures expected to reach 104 degrees. Further information about the cooling centers, including The Sweetwater House of Peace, can be found through local news sources, such as KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News.
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Category: business Published: June 18, 2026 Source: KTXS (ABC 12) Abilene News Reading time: 1 min
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