Lightning sparks Grapevine Fire on Mingus Mountain; White Horse Ranch residents evacuate
At least 1,089 acres have burned and there is no containment.
At least 1,089 acres have burned and there is no containment.
Arizona saguaros are collapsing in this extreme heat, and experts are worried
The cacti usually live about 150 years, and inside their skin, they can reach up to 140 degrees inside. Still, the prolonged dryness and intense heat could be a problem.
The cacti usually live about 150 years, and inside their skin, they can reach up to 140 degrees inside. Still, the prolonged dryness and intense heat could be a problem.
Glendale woman lived with a broken A/C unit for weeks: 'Worse than a sauna'
A Glendale woman is running out of options when it comes to getting her air conditioning unit fixed in her apartment. “It feels like they can care less about the tenants. All they care about is the rent being paid."
A Glendale woman is running out of options when it comes to getting her air conditioning unit fixed in her apartment. “It feels like they can care less about the tenants. All they care about is the rent being paid."
The monsoon is here: Phoenix metro area sees rain, dust, lightning and damage
The storm blew in through Pinal County and quickly sped north and westward through areas like Apache Junction, Mesa, Phoenix and Surprise.
The storm blew in through Pinal County and quickly sped north and westward through areas like Apache Junction, Mesa, Phoenix and Surprise.
July on track to be Earth's hottest month on record
Another month of record-breaking heat has brought the world into uncharted territory, scientists say.
Another month of record-breaking heat has brought the world into uncharted territory, scientists say.
7 more people have died amid record highs in Maricopa County. Here's what to know
Maricopa County confirmed 25 heat-associated deaths this year as of Saturday since the first one was recorded in April, with 249 more under investigation.
Maricopa County confirmed 25 heat-associated deaths this year as of Saturday since the first one was recorded in April, with 249 more under investigation.
More evacuations for Diamond Fire
The Diamond fire in the Tonto National Forest has prompted new evacuations in the Cross F. Ranch and Diamond Ranch areas.
The Diamond fire in the Tonto National Forest has prompted new evacuations in the Cross F. Ranch and Diamond Ranch areas.
Biden announces steps to offer relief from extreme heat as record temperatures continue
The White House says officials are working on improved weather forecasts, worker protections and more accessible drinking water.
The White House says officials are working on improved weather forecasts, worker protections and more accessible drinking water.
Phoenix could get mild break from extreme heat as record spell nears the 30-day mark
Phoenix this month shattered its record for consecutive days in which the temperature reached at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit, standing at 26 days and counting as of Tuesday, when the forecast called for a high of 118.
Phoenix this month shattered its record for consecutive days in which the temperature reached at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit, standing at 26 days and counting as of Tuesday, when the forecast called for a high of 118.
Excessive Heat Warning extended for Phoenix area through July 28
Phoenix is under an Excessive Heat Warning until Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Phoenix is under an Excessive Heat Warning until Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Lightning strikes too close for comfort in Sedona
Vincent Ramirez captured a lightning strike, way too close for comfort, accompanied by crackling thunder in Sedona, Arizona.
Vincent Ramirez captured a lightning strike, way too close for comfort, accompanied by crackling thunder in Sedona, Arizona.
Get on and cool down! Phoenix city bus deployed as a cooling center
The Phoenix area has seen over 20 consecutive days of temperatures above 110F, and the excessive heat is dangerous for those who have nowhere to go and officials are using a city bus to bring cooling to those in need.
The Phoenix area has seen over 20 consecutive days of temperatures above 110F, and the excessive heat is dangerous for those who have nowhere to go and officials are using a city bus to bring cooling to those in need.
Arizona state reps tour cooling centers; some call for more resources, new laws
It doesn't feel like it's going to cool down anytime soon. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has the details on why leaders across Arizona say more needs to be done to help protect those who are most vulnerable to the heat.
It doesn't feel like it's going to cool down anytime soon. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has the details on why leaders across Arizona say more needs to be done to help protect those who are most vulnerable to the heat.
Massive lightning strike in Arizona
Desi Dunegan captured a massive lightning strike in Camp Verde on July 24 at 7:30 p.m.
Desi Dunegan captured a massive lightning strike in Camp Verde on July 24 at 7:30 p.m.
New York-bound Delta flight battered by hail diverts to Rome
Delta Air Lines says a jetliner bound for New York was damaged by a storm shortly after taking off from Milan but diverted safely to Rome.
Delta Air Lines says a jetliner bound for New York was damaged by a storm shortly after taking off from Milan but diverted safely to Rome.
Southern California hiker, 71, dies after trek in blistering Death Valley heat
71-year-old Steve Curry died after collapsing following an hours-long hike in Death Valley National Park, the world’s hottest place.
71-year-old Steve Curry died after collapsing following an hours-long hike in Death Valley National Park, the world’s hottest place.
An Arizona woman died after her power was cut over a $51 debt. That forced utilities to change
Stephanie Pullman died on a sweltering Arizona day after her electricity was cut off because of a $51 debt. Years later, her story remains at the heart of efforts to prevent others in Arizona from having their power cut off, leaving them without life-saving air conditioning in temperatures that have topped 110° on every day this month.
Stephanie Pullman died on a sweltering Arizona day after her electricity was cut off because of a $51 debt. Years later, her story remains at the heart of efforts to prevent others in Arizona from having their power cut off, leaving them without life-saving air conditioning in temperatures that have topped 110° on every day this month.
ESPN broadcaster Shaka Hislop collapses on air before Real Madrid-AC Milan friendly
Shaka Hislop, a former Premier League star and current ESPN broadcaster, collapsed on live television during the broadcast of a match between AC Milan and Real Madrid at the Rose Bowl on Sunday.
Shaka Hislop, a former Premier League star and current ESPN broadcaster, collapsed on live television during the broadcast of a match between AC Milan and Real Madrid at the Rose Bowl on Sunday.
Free speech & Arizona's heat wave | Newsmaker
In this episode of John Hook's Newsmaker Saturday, we catch up with Arizona State Senator Anthony Kern about a debate over Arizona State and the role of free speech after an event back in February sparked controversy due to the speakers being hosted. In the next segment, we talk with our own, meteorologist Krystal Ortiz, who dives deep into the heat wave Arizona is experiencing. She's an Arizona native, which gives her perspective on just how hot it gets here, for how long, and the trends she's seeing.
In this episode of John Hook's Newsmaker Saturday, we catch up with Arizona State Senator Anthony Kern about a debate over Arizona State and the role of free speech after an event back in February sparked controversy due to the speakers being hosted. In the next segment, we talk with our own, meteorologist Krystal Ortiz, who dives deep into the heat wave Arizona is experiencing. She's an Arizona native, which gives her perspective on just how hot it gets here, for how long, and the trends she's seeing.
2 female hikers found dead in Nevada park as heat scorches parts of US
Two women hikers have been found dead in a state park in southern Nevada, authorities said Sunday.
Two women hikers have been found dead in a state park in southern Nevada, authorities said Sunday.