2 products issued by NWS for:
Air Quality Alert
AZC013-280400- Air Quality Alert Relayed by National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 909 AM MST Fri Sep 27 2024 ...OZONE HIGH POLLUTION ADVISORY FOR MARICOPA COUNTY INCLUDING THE PHOENIX METRO AREA FRIDAY... The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area for today. 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 1228 AM PDT Fri Sep 27 2024 AZZ537-540>544-546-548>551-272300- /O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241002T0300Z/ 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 Fountain Hills, Wittmann, Phoenix, Circle City, Cashion, Liberty, Mesa, Tempe, Sun Lakes, Sun City West, Queen Creek, Goodyear, Surprise, Gilbert, Avondale, Peoria, Beardsley, Paradise Valley, Chandler, and Scottsdale 1228 AM MST Fri Sep 27 2024 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST TUESDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to 115. Extreme Heat Risk. Increase in heat related illnesses, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Heat stroke can lead to death. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * 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. && $$