One product issued by NWS for: Sun City AZ
Excessive Heat Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 1250 PM MST Tue Sep 24 2024 AZZ537-540>544-546-548>551-251130- /O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0010.240925T1700Z-240930T0300Z/ 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- Including the cities of Queen Creek, Goodyear, Chandler, Sun Lakes, Beardsley, Phoenix, Cashion, Liberty, Gilbert, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Sun City West, Peoria, Avondale, Wittmann, Mesa, Surprise, Circle City, Tempe, and Scottsdale 1250 PM MST Tue Sep 24 2024 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 8 PM MST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions for late September. Afternoon temperatures 105 to 111 degrees. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona including the Phoenix metropolitan area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM MST Sunday. * 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. http://www.maricopa.gov/heat 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. 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. && $$