2 products issued by NWS for: Tempe AZ
Air Quality Alert
AZC013-050400- Air Quality Alert Relayed by National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 821 AM MST Mon Jun 3 2024 ...OZONE HIGH POLLUTION ADVISORY FOR MARICOPA COUNTY INCLUDING THE PHOENIX METRO THROUGH TUESDAY... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area through Tuesday. 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. $$
Excessive Heat Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 348 AM MST Tue Jun 4 2024 AZZ534-537>546-548>551-553>555-559-050015- /O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0001.240605T1700Z-240608T0300Z/ Aguila Valley-Northwest Valley-Tonopah Desert-Gila Bend- Buckeye/Avondale-Cave Creek/New River-Deer Valley-Central Phoenix- North Phoenix/Glendale-New River Mesa-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley- East Valley-Fountain Hills/East Mesa-South Mountain/Ahwatukee- Southeast Valley/Queen Creek-Northwest Pinal County-West Pinal County-Apache Junction/Gold Canyon-Sonoran Desert Natl Monument- Including the cities of Circle City, Wintersburg, Cactus Forest, Sun Lakes, Sun City West, Peoria, Arlington, Surprise, Paradise Valley, Wittmann, Mesa, Queen Creek, Cashion, Florence, Tempe, Aguila, Gilbert, Chandler, Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Beardsley, Hassayampa, Tonopah, Goodyear, Sentinel, Phoenix, Kaka, Casa Grande, Avondale, Wickenburg, Gila Bend, Liberty, Gladden, Apache Junction, and Coolidge 348 AM MST Tue Jun 4 2024 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 113 expected. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... An Excessive 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. Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing. Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family, friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in cars. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details, which may include guidance for proper social distancing measures. Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include: cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion; nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include: vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin; rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures. Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1. Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local government for updates. && $$