Arizona weather forecast: Air quality alerts issued for multiple counties
Temperatures rising again in Phoenix
Our recent stretch of cooler (so to speak) weather has come to an end, and we expect temperatures to reach the 110s early next week.
PHOENIX - Happy Thursday! It was another below-average day in the Valley with warmer weather on tap for the holiday weekend.
Phoenix hit a high of 103 degrees with the average sitting at 107.
What to Expect:
It will be warmer for the 4th of July with near-average temperatures expected.
Saturday will bring a high of around 107 degrees with Sunday sitting at around 108 degrees. It will be mostly sunny and dry. Temperatures will turn even warmer by next week as readings are looking to reach over 110 degrees.
Air quality will be poor for parts of the state and will continue through the weekend. Ozone high pollution advisories will take place for counties including Maricopa, Yavapai and Coconino counties.
No red flag warnings will take place this weekend, but there is still an elevated fire risk for hot and dry conditions. The High Country can expect southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Looking Further Ahead:
Next week’s outlook is calling for increased moisture for parts of the state. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer!
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The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.
What are Heat Emergencies?
Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps
Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skin
Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious
What to do
- Get person into shade or cool location.
- Cool person with cool, wet cloths (neck, groin, armpits, head) and fan body.
- Sip cool water if person is alert.
- For muscle cramps, massage muscles gently, but firmly until relaxed.
- *If symptoms worsen, call 911.
What not to do
- Do not give anything by mouth if person is vomiting, unable to swallow or unconscious.
- Do not underestimate the seriousness of a heat emergency.
- Prevention/Preparation for hike/exercise in heat.
Know your limitations
- Hydrate (begins day prior to hike/exercise, hour before hike, during and after).
- Wear proper clothing, lightweight and light color, protect head, proper shoes.
- Always carry a cell phone and best to hike with company.
- Always tell someone where you are hiking and when to plan to return.
Preventing heat exhaustion/heat stroke
The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:
- Stay in air-conditioned buildings.
- Find a cooling center/hydration station.
- Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day (mid-day).
- Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day.
- Drink water before, during, and after working or exercising outside.
- Check the UV Index.
- Check the heat risk map.
Road Conditions
- Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)
The Source: Information for this article was gathered by the FOX 10 Weather Experts, and from the National Weather Service.