Weather Alert Watch
Severe Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning for Tucson Metro Area including Tucson/Green Valley/Marana/Vail; Southeast Pinal County including Kearny/Mammoth/Oracle; Upper San Pedro River Valley including Sierra Vista/Benson +1 more

What: Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures of 107 to 111 degrees. Localized Major Heat Risk. Impacts: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Where: Southeast Pinal County, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila...

AZTucson Metro Area including Tucson/Green Valley/Marana/Vail; Southeast Pinal County including Kearny/Mammoth/Oracle; Upper San Pedro River Valley including Sierra Vista/Benson; Upper Gila River and Aravaipa Valleys including Clifton/Safford

Official alert brief

WHAT

Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures of 107 to 111 degrees. Localized Major Heat Risk.

WHERE

Southeast Pinal County, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, and Upper San Pedro River Valley (mainly north of Benson).

WHEN

From 11 AM Tuesday to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

IMPACTS

Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

Instructions

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. 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.