Watches, Warnings & Advisories



One product issued by NWS for: 4 Miles SE Tucson International Airport AZ

Excessive Heat Warning

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
237 AM MST Sun Jun 16 2024

AZZ504>506-509-170300-
/O.CON.KTWC.EH.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240617T0300Z/
Tucson Metro Area-South Central Pinal County-Southeast Pinal
County-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Tucson, Clifton, Picacho Peak State Park,
Oracle, Green Valley, Safford, Mammoth, Marana, and Vail
237 AM MST Sun Jun 16 2024

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 105 to 110.

* WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tucson
  Metro Area, and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
  extreme heat events.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

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.

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