North Texas is enduring persistent extreme drought conditions and mid-90s heat, though a potential weather front next week could finally bring much-needed rain and a taste of fall.

Texas drought Drought conditions will continue to worsen across the region, with the newest U.S. Drought Monitor expected to show extreme drought encompassing the immediate Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, along with a pocket of exceptional drought.

Vegetation remains extremely dry, keeping an elevated fire danger threat in place.