Weather Alerts for PhoenixIssued by the National Weather Service |
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Areas Affected: Northwest Valley - Buckeye/Avondale - Cave Creek/New River - Deer Valley - Central Phoenix - North Phoenix/Glendale - Scottsdale/Paradise Valley - East Valley - Fountain Hills/East Mesa - South Mountain/Ahwatukee - Southeast Valley/Queen Creek |
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| Effective: Tue, 9/8 1:09am | Updated: Tue, 9/8 3:45am | Urgency: Expected |
| Expires: Tue, 9/8 3:00pm | Severity: Severe | Certainty: Likely |
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* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 105 to 109 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...The Phoenix metropolitan area. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM MST Thursday. * 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. https://www.maricopa.gov/heat 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. |
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Areas Affected: Kofa - Southeast Yuma County - Gila River Valley - Tonopah Desert - Gila Bend - Sonoran Desert Natl Monument |
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| Effective: Tue, 9/8 1:09am | Updated: Tue, 9/8 3:45am | Urgency: Expected |
| Expires: Tue, 9/8 3:00pm | Severity: Severe | Certainty: Likely |
Details:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 103 to 110 expected. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...Gila Bend, Sonoran Desert Natl Monument, Tonopah Desert, Gila River Valley, Kofa, and Southeast Yuma County. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 8 PM MST Thursday. * 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. 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. |
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