Excessive Heat Warning
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
AZZ005-041215-
/O.CON.KFGZ.EH.W.0003.240704T1800Z-240709T0300Z/
Marble and Glen Canyons-
Including the cities of Page and Lees Ferry
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024 /131 PM MDT Wed Jul 3 2024/
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM MST /NOON
MDT/ THURSDAY TO 8 PM MST /9 PM MDT/ MONDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions, with temperatures of 105 to 110
expected below 4000 feet.
* WHERE...Lake Powell near Page, Marble and Glen Canyons.
* WHEN...From 11 AM MST /noon MDT/ Thursday to 8 PM MST /9 PM MDT/
Monday.
* IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related
illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration,
especially with prolonged outdoor exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening.
Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. 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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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
AZZ006-041215-
/O.CON.KFGZ.EH.W.0003.240704T1800Z-240709T0300Z/
Grand Canyon Country-
Including the cities of North Rim, Grand Canyon Village, and
Supai
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 8
PM MST MONDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions below 4000 feet, with daytime
temperatures ranging from 107 degrees at Havasupai Gardens, to 113
degrees at Phantom Ranch.
* WHERE...Lower Elevations of the Grand Canyon.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 8 PM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related
illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration,
especially with prolonged outdoor exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
This warning is reserved for only the hottest days of the year and
is issued when temperatures are expected to rise to dangerous levels.
Day hikers on Bright Angel Trail should descend no farther than 1
1/2 miles from the upper trailhead. Between the hours of 10 AM and 4
PM, hikers should be out of the canyon or at Havasupai Gardens or
Bright Angel campgrounds, physical activity is discouraged. All
hikers should have adequate gear, including a wide-brimmed hat,
sunscreen, salty snacks, sufficient water, and electrolyte mix.
Doubling your calorie intake helps maintain your energy.
Hike smart.
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Flagstaff AZ
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
AZZ037-041215-
/O.CON.KFGZ.EH.W.0003.240704T1800Z-240709T0300Z/
Yavapai County Valleys and Basins-
Including the cities of Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cordes Junction,
and Bagdad
1231 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THURSDAY TO 8
PM MST MONDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions, with temperatures up to 110
expected below 4000 feet.
* WHERE...Lower elevations of Yavapai County, including the Verde
Valley.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Thursday to 8 PM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Most individuals will be at risk for heat-related
illnesses without effective cooling or adequate hydration,
especially with prolonged outdoor exposure.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening.
Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. 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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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
417 AM MDT Thu Jul 4 2024
UTZ123-124-131-042200-
/O.CON.KSLC.EH.W.0005.240707T1500Z-240709T0300Z/
Lower Washington County-Zion National Park-Glen Canyon Recreation
Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Ivins, Hurricane, St George, Bullfrog,
Springdale, and Big Water
417 AM MDT Thu Jul 4 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO 9 PM
MDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 110
expected.
* WHERE...Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell, Lower Washington
County, and Zion National Park.
* WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to 9 PM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
143 AM MST Thu Jul 4 2024
AZZ501-502-504-505-042330-
/O.CON.KTWC.EH.W.0005.240705T1800Z-240707T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O`odham Nation-Tucson Metro Area-South
Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Picacho Peak State Park, Vail, Marana,
Sells, Tucson, Green Valley, Ajo, and Organ Pipe Cactus N.M.
143 AM MST Thu Jul 4 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM FRIDAY TO 8
PM MST SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures from 109 to
114 expected. Hottest temperatures should be west of Tucson.
* WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Tohono O`odham Nation, Tucson
Metro Area, and Western Pima County.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to 8 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024
AZZ001-NVZ015-041800-
/O.EXB.KVEF.EH.W.0003.240706T1800Z-240711T0600Z/
Northwest Plateau-Lincoln County-
Including the cities of Pioche, Tuweep, Mt Trumbull, Caliente,
Hiko, Panaca, Rachel, Alamo, Colorado City, Western Grand Canyon,
and Pipe Spring National Monument
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024 /116 AM MST Thu Jul 4 2024/
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/
SATURDAY TO 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. High temperatures 103 to 109 in
Colorado City and at Pipe Spring, and 105 to 112 in Caliente,
Hiko, and Alamo.
* WHERE...In Arizona, Northwest Plateau. In Nevada, Lincoln County.
* WHEN...From 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/ Saturday to 11 PM PDT /11 PM
MST/ Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024
AZZ002-003-036-CAZ524>527-NVZ014-016-021-022-041800-
/O.EXT.KVEF.EH.W.0003.240704T1800Z-240711T0600Z/
Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave-Northwest Deserts-Lake Mead National
Recreation Area-Eastern Mojave Desert-Morongo Basin-Cadiz Basin-
San Bernardino County-Upper Colorado River Valley-Esmeralda and
Central Nye County-Northeast Clark County-Lake Mead National
Recreation Area-Southern Clark County-
Including the cities of Desert Hills, Beatty, Yucca, Silver Peak,
Hoover Dam, Valentine, Yucca Valley, Kingman, Mitchell Caverns,
Topock, Twentynine Palms, Lake Havasu City, Cal-Nev-Ari, Moapa,
Golden Valley, Dolan Springs, Overton, Primm, Needles,
Searchlight, Goldfield, Wikieup, Mountain Pass, Morongo Valley,
Mohave Valley, Oatman, Mesquite, Vidal Junction, Baker, Bullhead
City, Dyer, and Laughlin
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024 /116 AM MST Thu Jul 4 2024/
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/
THIS MORNING TO 11 PM PDT /11 PM MST/ WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions for an unusually long period.
High temperatures 107 to 111 in Beatty and Kingman, 110 to 117 in
Primm and the Morongo Basin, and 113 to 121 in Baker, Mesquite,
and the Colorado River Valley.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest Arizona, southeast California, and
south central and southern Nevada.
* WHEN...From 11 AM PDT /11 AM MST/ this morning to 11 PM PDT /11 PM
MST/ Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot temperatures overnight will mean little
relief from the daytime heat, especially in lower elevations of
the Colorado River Valley, where low temperatures may not fall
below 90 degrees for several days.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupat11ional 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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Las Vegas NV
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024
CAZ520-522-523-NVZ017-020-041800-
/O.EXT.KVEF.EH.W.0003.000000T0000Z-240711T0600Z/
Owens Valley-Death Valley National Park-Western Mojave Desert-
Western Clark and Southern Nye County-Las Vegas Valley-
Including the cities of Lone Pine, Indian Springs, Henderson,
Boulder City, Stovepipe Wells, Furnace Creek, Fort Irwin,
Pahrump, Amargosa Valley, North Las Vegas, Olancha, Las Vegas,
Independence, Shoshone, Daggett, Desert Rock, Bishop, and Barstow
116 AM PDT Thu Jul 4 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions for an unusually long period.
High temperatures 105 to 111 in the Owens Valley, 110 to 118 in
Las Vegas, Pahrump, and Barstow, and 122 to 129 at Furnace Creek
in Death Valley National Park.
* WHERE...In California, Death Valley National Park, Owens Valley,
and Western Mojave Desert. In Nevada, Las Vegas Valley and Western
Clark and Southern Nye County.
* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot temperatures overnight will mean little
relief from the daytime heat, especially in Las Vegas and Death
Valley, where low temperatures may not fall below 90 degrees for
several days.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
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.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
AZZ530-CAZ562-566-567-569-570-040800-
/O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0005.000000T0000Z-240710T0300Z/
Parker Valley-Imperial County Southwest-Imperial County West-
Imperial Valley-Palo Verde Valley-Chuckwalla Valley-
Including the cities of Brawley, Ocotillo, Alamorio, Calexico,
Salton City, Coolidge Springs, Winona, Ehrenberg, Coyote Wells,
Blythe, Palo Verde, Midland, Plaster City, Parker, Ripley,
Martinez Lake, Mountain Spring, and El Centro
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024 /1256 PM PDT Wed Jul 3 2024/
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST /8 PM
PDT/ TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 112 to
122. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat
exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat
stroke.
* WHERE...Southwest corner of Imperial County, Western Imperial
County, Parker Valley, Imperial Valley, Palo Verde Valley, and
Chuckwalla Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.
Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more
than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated
drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing.
Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher
vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family,
friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in
outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the
hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in
cars.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early
signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include:
cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion;
nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include:
vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss
of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin;
rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures.
Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1.
Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local
government for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
AZZ531>555-559-040800-
/O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0005.240704T1700Z-240710T0300Z/
Kofa-Yuma-Central La Paz-Aguila Valley-Southeast Yuma County-Gila
River Valley-Northwest Valley-Tonopah Desert-Gila Bend-
Buckeye/Avondale-Cave Creek/New River-Deer Valley-Central Phoenix-
North Phoenix/Glendale-New River Mesa-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley-
Rio Verde/Salt River-East Valley-Fountain Hills/East Mesa-South
Mountain/Ahwatukee-Southeast Valley/Queen Creek-Superior-
Northwest Pinal County-West Pinal County-Apache Junction/Gold
Canyon-Sonoran Desert Natl Monument-
Including the cities of Chandler, Apache Junction, Palm Canyon,
Liberty, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Circle City, Beardsley, Tortilla
Flat, Vicksburg, Sun Lakes, Coolidge, Arlington, Wintersburg,
Surprise, Avondale, Paradise Valley, Cactus Forest, Gilbert,
Goodyear, Sentinel, Sun City West, Yuma, Tempe, Peoria,
Quartzsite, Aguila, Wickenburg, Wittmann, Gila Bend, Hassayampa,
Superior, Cashion, Salome, Fountain Hills, Brenda, Gladden, Queen
Creek, Vicksburg Junction, Fortuna Foothills, Casa Grande, Mesa,
Kaka, Tonopah, Ligurta, Florence, and Harcuvar
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THURSDAY TO 8
PM MST TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 109 to
118 expected. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps
and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead
to heat stroke.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Arizona.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.
Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more
than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated
drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing.
Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher
vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family,
friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in
outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the
hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in
cars.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early
signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include:
cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion;
nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include:
vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss
of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin;
rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures.
Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1.
Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local
government for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
CAZ560-561-568-040800-
/O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0005.240704T1700Z-240710T0300Z/
Joshua Tree NP West-Joshua Tree NP East-Chiriaco Summit-
Including the cities of Cottonwood Visitor, Lost Horse-Keys
Village, and Chiriaco Summit
1256 PM PDT Wed Jul 3 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THURSDAY TO 8
PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 101 to
118 expected. Extreme Heat Risk. Increase in heat related
illnesses, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat
stroke. Heat stroke can lead to death.
* WHERE...Western portion of Joshua Tree National Park, Eastern
portion of Joshua Tree National Park, and Chiriaco Summit.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.
Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more
than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated
drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing.
Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher
vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family,
friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in
outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the
hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in
cars.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early
signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include:
cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion;
nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include:
vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss
of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin;
rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures.
Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1.
Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local
government for updates.
&&
$$
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1256 PM MST Wed Jul 3 2024
CAZ563>565-040800-
/O.CON.KPSR.EH.W.0005.240704T1700Z-240710T0300Z/
Salton Sea-Chuckwalla Mountains-Imperial County Southeast-
Including the cities of Desert Shores, Imperial Hot Mineral
Springs, and Winterhaven
1256 PM PDT Wed Jul 3 2024
...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THURSDAY TO 8
PM PDT TUESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 107 to
119 expected. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps
and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead
to heat stroke.
* WHERE...Southeastern Imperial County, Salton Sea, and Chuckwalla
Mountains.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
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.
Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more
than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated
drinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing.
Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher
vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family,
friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in
outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the
hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in
cars.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early
signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include:
cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion;
nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include:
vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss
of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin;
rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures.
Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1.
Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local
government for updates.
&&
$$
