Non-Precipitation Warnings / Watches / Advisories
Issued by NWS Tucson, AZ
Issued by NWS Tucson, AZ
769 WWUS75 KTWC 051944 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 1244 PM MST Fri Jul 5 2024 AZZ501-502-504>506-509-061400- /O.CON.KTWC.EH.W.0005.000000T0000Z-240709T0300Z/ Western Pima County-Tohono O`odham Nation-Tucson Metro Area-South Central Pinal County-Southeast Pinal County-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sells, Picacho Peak State Park, Ajo, Marana, Tucson, Safford, Green Valley, Oracle, Mammoth, Vail, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., and Clifton 1244 PM MST Fri Jul 5 2024 ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures from 107 to 112 with temperatures as hot as 114 in the western deserts. Major Heat Risk. * WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O`odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, and Western Pima County. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. 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. && $$ CWR