Today’s Phoenix Arizona forcast, created at 4:15 AM on Saturday, the 8th of June. Today, sunny, with a high near 101. And then, Tonight, clear, with a low around 76. Sunday, sunny, with a high near 105. Then later, Sunday Night, mostly clear, with a low around 79. Sunrise today will be at 5:18 am and the sun will set at 7:36 pm.

There are 2 local weather hazards at the time of this report. Here are those local weather hazards.

Urgent – weather message. Excessive heat watch remains 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 108 to 112. 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.

Air Quality Alert. Air Quality Alert National Weather Service Phoenix AZ 854 AM Mountain Standard Time Fri Jun 7 2019. High pollution advisory for maricopa county including the greater phoenix area saturday and sunday. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in Phoenix has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Greater Phoenix Area for Saturday and Sunday. This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as air quality deteriorates. Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties for children as well as persons with respiratory problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended. If it is a regularly scheduled work day, you are urged to car pool, telecommute or use mass transit. The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late in the day. For details on this High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County, visit the ADEQ internet site at www. azdeq. gov or call 602-771-2300.

Stay tuned for weather updates since the weather’s always changing.

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