One product issued by NWS for: 8 Miles WNW Tombstone AZ
Excessive Heat Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 112 PM MST Sun Jun 9 2024 AZZ503-507>509-101400- /O.CON.KTWC.EH.A.0002.240611T1700Z-240614T0300Z/ Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Upper San Pedro River Valley-Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Benson, Clifton, Safford, Douglas, Nogales, Willcox, and Sierra Vista 112 PM MST Sun Jun 9 2024 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 100 to 105 degrees. The hottest temperatures are expected Wednesday and Thursday. * WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper San Pedro River Valley, and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Overexposure to extreme heat can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Keep in mind you may need to adjust your plans based on the latest health and safety guidelines from CDC and your local officials. Cooling shelters may need to take your temperature or ask questions about how you are feeling. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. 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. 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. && $$ CWR