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Extreme Heat Warning

Status

Event Continued Active alert

Start Time

Tue 08/05/2025 05:55 AM EDT

End Time

Fri 08/08/2025 11:00 PM EDT

Significance

Warning

Impacts

High impact

Locations Affected

Glendale, AZ ∙ Mesa, AZ ∙ Chandler, AZ ∙ Scottsdale, AZ ∙ Gilbert, AZ ∙ Phoenix, AZ ∙ Tempe, AZ ∙ Peoria, AZ ∙ Surprise, AZ ∙ Avondale, AZ

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 255 AM MST Tue Aug 5 2025 ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST FRIDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 118. Extreme Heat Risk. * WHERE...The Northwest Valley of the Phoenix Metro Area, The East Valley of the Phoenix Metro Area, Buckeye/Avondale, Deer Valley, Central Phoenix, North Phoenix/Glendale, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, and Southeast Valley/Queen Creek. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free cooling center, transportation, water, and more. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drink plenty of water. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details.

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AZZ537-540-542>544-546-548-550-551-052300- /O.CON.KPSR.XH.W.0005.000000T0000Z-250809T0300Z/ Northwest Valley-Buckeye/Avondale-Deer Valley-Central Phoenix- North Phoenix/Glendale-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley-East Valley- South Mountain/Ahwatukee-Southeast Valley/Queen Creek- Including the cities of Goodyear, Tempe, Queen Creek, Beardsley, Liberty, Wittmann, Peoria, Sun City West, Circle City, Paradise Valley, Gilbert, Sun Lakes, Surprise, Cashion, Avondale, Mesa, Phoenix, and Chandler 255 AM MST Tue Aug 5 2025