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 - 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
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 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.

Extreme Heat Warning  EXTREME HEAT WARNING   Extreme Heat Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Kofa - Southeast Yuma County - Gila River Valley - Tonopah Desert - Gila Bend - Sonoran Desert Natl Monument
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.