Weather Alerts for Phoenix

Issued by the National Weather Service

Extreme Heat Warning  EXTREME HEAT WARNING   Extreme Heat Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Northwest Valley - Buckeye/Avondale - Deer Valley - Central Phoenix - North Phoenix/Glendale - Scottsdale/Paradise Valley - East Valley - South Mountain/Ahwatukee - Southeast Valley/Queen Creek
Effective: Fri, 7/24 2:21pm Updated: Fri, 7/24 4:24pm Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 7/25 3:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to
118 degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...South central Arizona, including the Phoenix metropolitan
area.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, Call 2-1-1 to find a free
cooling center, transportation, water and more.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.

Extreme Heat Warning  EXTREME HEAT WARNING   Extreme Heat Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Aguila Valley - Tonopah Desert - Gila Bend - Cave Creek/New River - New River Mesa - Rio Verde/Salt River - Fountain Hills/East Mesa - Superior - Northwest Pinal County - West Pinal County - Apache Junction/Gold Canyon - Sonoran Desert Natl Monument
Effective: Fri, 7/24 2:21pm Updated: Fri, 7/24 4:24pm Urgency: Expected
Expires: Sat, 7/25 3:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 103 to
118 degrees. Major Heat Risk.

* WHERE...Portions of South-central Arizona.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, Call 2-1-1 to find a free
cooling center, transportation, water and more.

Information:
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.

Air Quality Alert  AIR QUALITY ALERT   Air Quality Alert
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Thu, 7/23 9:15am Updated: Fri, 7/24 4:24pm Urgency: Unknown
Expires: Fri, 7/24 9:00pm Severity: Unknown Certainty: Unknown

 
Details:
AQAPSR

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has extended
an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area through
Friday.

This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing
ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone
concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects
increase as air quality deteriorates.

Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties
for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory
problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended.

You are urged to car pool, telecommute or use mass transit.
The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late
in the day.

For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet
site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.