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Excessive Heat Warning issued for Phoenix area

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Updated  June 7, 2024 5:54am MST
Severe Weather
FOX 10 Phoenix

Morning Weather Forecast - 6/7/24

Another hot day in the Valley. Temps will slightly cool down this weekend.

PHOENIX - An Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the Phoenix area, and several Arizona counties, as temperatures could reach 114°F in some parts of the state this week.

"The hottest temperatures so far this year are nearly here. Starting Wednesday, highs will reach near 110° before peaking between 110-114° on Thursday and Friday. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for Wednesday-Friday," NWS Phoenix wrote on X.

Which counties are included in the warning?

  • Cochise (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Coconino (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m June 7)
  • Gila (10 a.m. June 5 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Graham (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Greenlee (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m June 7)
  • La Paz (10 a.m. June 5 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Maricopa (10 a.m. June 5 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Mohave (10 a.m. June 5 through 9 p.m. June 7)
  • Pima (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m June 7)
  • Pinal (10 a.m. June 5 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Santa Cruz (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m June 7)
  • Yavapai (10 a.m. June 6 through 8 p.m. June 7)
  • Yuma (10 a.m. June 5 through 8 p.m. June 7)

Dogs banned from trailheads in hot temperatures

People seen hiking with dogs during periods of extreme heat when trails are closed are subject to misdemeanors and fines.

Salvation Army opens hydration stations across Valley

The Salvation Army is opening nearly a dozen heat relief stations across the Valley amid an Excessive Heat Warning. FOX 10's Dominique Newland reports.

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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

The above heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.