As Texans, we're used to having everything bigger, but this summer's temperature level was something most could have done without.
Last Tuesday Dallas/Fort Worth broke the 1980 heat record with 70 days of triple-digits, according to the Associated Press. But obtaining this status wasn't a breeze.
Heat-related deaths, tremendous drought and insanely high electricity bills caused headaches and heartaches for athletes, farmers and people who tried to catch a break from the scorching sun.
Officially, the first day of fall is this Friday and finally we're receiving a well deserved break. The National Weather Service has predicted temperature lows in the 60s and 70s for this week and hopes are high that the dog days of summer are over.
"Being a lifeguard, going from working [in] 100-degrees to this weather is a fantastic change. It's nice that fall is finally coming around. Plus, we get to wear coats and scarves soon." Aimee Houghton, international business major, said.
On that note, fashionistas listen up: according to Elle magazine, a couple of the hottest trends this fall are plaid and leather. A cute plaid skirt and a form-fitting leather jacket (or faux-leather) would be wise investments.
Signs of fall are beginning to be spotted including pumpkin patches, Halloween merchandise and the beginning signs of foliage.
With all the fall festivals coming up, like the Texas State Fair, hopes are high that this ideal weather will stick around.
"I'd rather be really cold than really hot. When you're cold you can always bundle up to keep yourself warm, but you can only do so much when you're hot. If this weather could last forever, I would be really happy," Victor Odigie, computer science major, said.
Inevitably when plummeting winter temperatures and extreme wind chills roll in, wishes for warmer temperatures will cross our minds. But for now, let's take advantage of this stellar weather.
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