Arizona weather forecast: Highs near 100 degrees sticking around in the Phoenix area

PHOENIX - Thursday was a warm, sunny and breezy day in the Valley. Temperatures reached 101 degrees. Winds gusted up to around 22 mph. Much of eastern Arizona also saw breezy winds of around 15 to 30 mph. The winds will die down after sunset tonight.

Tonight & Friday:

The Valley will fall to 73 degrees tonight, before warming to 99 degrees Friday. The day will be sunny with lighter winds across the state. An air quality alert will be in effect Friday for high levels of ozone pollution. Those levels will be highest during the afternoon and evening, and it is advised to limit time outdoors for those with respiratory or cardiovascular issues, along with children and the elderly.

The Weekend:

Saturday will be sunny with a high of 99 degrees in Phoenix. Winds will become breezy across the state during the afternoon and evening. On Sunday, temperatures will drop several degrees, with a high of 94 degrees. Skies will be partly cloudy, and winds will be breezy during the afternoon, especially in the high country. There will be high fire danger in the high country on Saturday and Sunday.

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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)

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