Highlights
- The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Scottsdale and Paradise Valley through 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 29.
- Afternoon highs of 108 to 113 degrees are forecast, with NWS classifying the event as Major Heat Risk.
- Maricopa County residents can call 2-1-1 to locate free cooling centers, transportation, and water.
- Heat stroke is a medical emergency; NWS instructs anyone overcome by heat to call 911 immediately.
EXTREME HEAT WARNING: The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, along with eight other metro zones, effective through 8 p.m. MST Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Afternoon temperatures of 108 to 113 degrees are forecast across the warning area, which also covers Buckeye/Avondale, Central Phoenix, Deer Valley, East Valley, North Phoenix/Glendale, Northwest Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, and Southeast Valley/Queen Creek. NWS has rated the event as a Major Heat Risk.
According to the NWS alert, heat-related illnesses increase significantly during events of this magnitude. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion and, without intervention, can progress to heat stroke.
NWS advises anyone working or spending time outdoors to reschedule strenuous activity to early morning or evening when possible, wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, and drink plenty of water. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments for outdoor workers.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool, shaded location and 911 called immediately.
In Maricopa County, free cooling centers, transportation, and water are available by calling 2-1-1.
The warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. MST Wednesday, July 29.
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