Weather

We are expecting a chance for rain in the Valley through the rest of the workweek. However, we are also expecting some relief from hot temperatures this weekend.

Extreme summer heat is stressing and killing saguaro cacti in the Phoenix area. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz learns more about how the Desert Botanical Gardens are monitoring the cacti to see how asphalt and concrete impact their survival.

A targeted monsoon cell in Phoenix caused a massive tree to collapse onto a home, trapping a branch in a bedroom. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen checked out the damage, and spoke with the family who says they are thankful to be alive. 

Military and intelligence expert Hal Kempfer breaks down the latest developments involving Iran, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, and what rising tensions could mean for global security and energy markets. Plus, a photographer shares the incredible story behind a high school senior photo session that took place in the middle of an Arizona dust storm— a look at the stunning images, how the shoot came together, and why the photos have captured so much attention.

Active weather is ramping up across Arizona as a flood advisory is issued for Mohave County until 5:30 p.m., with storm chances increasing on Wednesday. Increased monsoon moisture will bring cooler weather to Phoenix, dropping high temperatures to 97 degrees by Friday.

Residents can return home after being evacuated due to the Rolling Fire on the afternoon of July 9 near Cordes Lake. The wildfire started near Rolling Ridge Drive and Marble Canyon Way.

Monsoonal moisture is expected to increase storm chances mid-week while pushing local temperatures down.

Monday's monsoon storm left damage in the Valley, and one place that was hit hard was the Palm Shadows mobile home community near 51st and Glendale avenues. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.

An active storm system brought heavy rain and a major dust storm to Arizona. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen learns more about the severe weather that triggered emergency alerts, reduced visibility on major freeways, and knocked down trees in neighborhoods. 

A dust storm is moving southeast towards the Mesa-Gateway airport, as SkyFOX hovers over Scottsdale. FOX 10 Meteorologist Erica Horvatin has the latest on the weather.

Parts of the state could see rain throughout the week, and we are also expecting double-digit temperatures later on this week.

A dust storm swept across Arizona on Sunday night, bringing 39 mph wind gusts and severely reducing visibility on highways. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz hears from a storm chaser and ASU researcher about just how massive the weather event was. 

Firefighters rescued three hikers suffering from the intense heat on Phoenix trails on Monday, including one who ran out of water near the top of a trail.