Today’s weather outlook for Phoenix Arizona, reported at 4:15 AM on Friday, the 7th of June. Today, sunny, with a high near 102. Looking ahead, Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 73. Saturday, sunny, with a high near 101. Next, Saturday Night, mostly clear, with a low around 76. Sunrise today will be at 5:18 am and the sun will set at 7:36 pm.

There is one local weather hazard at the time of this report. Here’s that local weather hazard.

Urgent – weather message. Excessive heat watch in effect from tuesday morning through wednesday evening. The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued an Excessive Heat Watch, which is in effect from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening. Where. Portions of south central Arizona including the Phoenix metro area. Impacts. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke. Threat. High HeatRisk. Afternoon temperatures 107 to 111. Overnight lows in the lower 80s. Precautionary/preparedness actions. An Excessive Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, is possible. Actions should be taken to prepare for the potential of extreme heat. Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, more than usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinated drinks. Dress for the heat – lightweight and light- colored clothing. Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a higher vulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family, friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging in outdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid the hottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended in cars. Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details. Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Early signs include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include: cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion; nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include: vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or loss of consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin; rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures. Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1. Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and local government for updates.

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