Aug. 17: Record highs could be challenged today in Miami-Dade, Fort Lauderdale

Julie Durda, Meteorologist

Published: August 17, 2026 at 6:38 AM

Tags: Meteorologist Update

Welcome back to school and work. Lows this morning are in the mid-80s, with heat indices already in the 90s. High temperatures will be in the low 90s, but heat indices will reach into the triple digits, sparking another heat advisory starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saharan dust in the area is providing for hot, hazy conditions. Record highs could be challenged today and tomorrow in Miami-Dade, and Fort Lauderdale with the heat and lack of rainfall. Keep it tuned to Local 10 for more.

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Julie Durda

A native of Sacramento, California, Julie Durda joined Local 10 with extensive knowledge and experience in meteorology from various parts of the United States.