Extreme Heat Watch

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
111 AM MST Sat Aug 2 2025

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Western Pima County-Tohono O`odham Nation-Upper Santa Cruz River
Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-South Central Pinal County-
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila
River Valley-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Marana, Sierra Vista, Sells, Nogales,
Clifton, Benson, Green Valley, Picacho Peak State Park, Mammoth,
Oracle, Safford, Kitt Peak, Tucson, Vail, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M.,
and Ajo
111 AM MST Sat Aug 2 2025

...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST TUESDAY...
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING
THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions
  with temperatures up to 110. For the Extreme Heat Watch,
  dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 115 possible,
  especially across portions of Pima county and south-central Pinal
  county.

* WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono
  O`odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, Upper
  San Pedro River Valley, Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar
  Valley, and Western Pima County.

* WHEN...For the Extreme Heat Warning, until 8 PM MST Tuesday. For
  the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday morning through Friday
  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.

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.

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.

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