Extreme Heat Watch Issued for Phoenix Metropolitan Area
The National Weather Service in Phoenix, Arizona, has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the Phoenix metropolitan area from Monday morning through Wednesday evening. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach between 109 and 112 degrees.
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the Phoenix metropolitan area, taking effect Monday morning and remaining active until Wednesday evening at 8:00 PM MST. Afternoon temperatures are projected to range from 109 to 112 degrees, generating a major heat risk.
Specific locations covered under the watch include Central Phoenix, Deer Valley, Northwest Valley, Buckeye/Avondale, North Phoenix/Glendale, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, East Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, and Southeast Valley/Queen Creek. Officials caution that heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events, with overexposure potentially leading to heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
In Maricopa County, residents can call 2-1-1 or visit https://www.maricopa.gov/heat to find free cooling centers, transportation, and water. For outdoor workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments, and emergency services should be contacted immediately if someone is overcome by heat stroke.