Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time

Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.

Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season

Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."

Washington state wildfires destroy 700+ buildings
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Hundreds of homes have been destroyed as wildfire tear through parts of Washington state, forcing people to evacuate. FOX Weather's Craig Herrera reports.

Parts of Oak Creek Canyon, Slide Rock closed to swimmers
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Parts of Oak Creek Canyon and the Slide Rock swimming area are closed until September due to flood risk and poor water quality following rains that brough ash and debris to the area from the Pocket Fire.

Cat. 5 dust storm hits Phoenix with low visibility
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An overnight dust storm swept through the Phoenix area, reaching Category 5 status with wind gusts up to 50 mph and lingering haze across Arizona.

Arizona firefighters travel to Oregon to battle massive wildfires
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As massive wildfires continue to burn across the Pacific Northwest, Arizona firefighters are stepping up to help battle the extreme flames.

Phoenix air quality drops to hazardous levels
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Health experts warn that rising dust pollution in Phoenix poses severe risks for children and asthma patients. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen reports.

Coconino National Forest $4.2M restoration project targets wildfire and flood risks near Flagstaff

Crews in the Coconino National Forest near Flagstaff are working on a multi-million dollar forest restoration project across hundreds of acres to reduce wildfire and flash flood risks.

Multi-million dollar project targets wildfire and flood risk in Flagstaff
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Crews in Coconino National Forest are working through 600 acres near Flagstaff to clear dead fuels, protect residents, and prevent up to $2.8 billion in potential flood damage. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean gets an up-close look at the work being done. 

Phoenix dust storm triggers high pollution advisory

A category five dust storm blanketed Phoenix on Monday night, prompting a High Pollution Advisory from environmental officials as cloud cover trapped blowing dust across the area on Tuesday.

Dust storm creates hazy skies over Phoenix
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A category five dust storm and lingering clouds left Phoenix skies hazy and muggy on Tuesday, triggering a High Pollution Advisory. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz reports.

Spokane wildfire: Suspect identified as ex-con who served time in Arizona

Aaron Farinacci is accused of setting the Old Trails Fire near Spokane, Washington. Farinacci previously served 12 years in prison for a 2010 manslaughter conviction for shooting and killing his father in Mesa.

Heat, storm chances to persist for the Valley
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We are expecting a chance for storms in the Valley throughout the week, and temperatures could return to the 110s by the end of the week.

WA Wildfire: Witness tip leads to arson arrest
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Authorities say a former Mesa resident intentionally set a Washington fire that burned hundreds of structures. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

Category 5 dust storm blasts Arizona overnight
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A massive dust storm swept across the Phoenix area overnight, leaving a heavy layer of dust blanketing the area throughout the day. Officials confirmed the event reached a Category 5 rating on the Arizona State University dust storm scale.

Phoenix weather: Extreme heat and evening dust risk
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Phoenix reaches 111 degrees on Tuesday with a chance of blowing dust and strong winds late in the evening.