The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Phoenix metropolitan area effective Wednesday at 10 a.m. through Thursday at 8 p.m. MST. The warning covers Northwest Valley, Buckeye/Avondale, Deer Valley, Central Phoenix, North Phoenix/Glendale, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, East Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, and Southeast Valley/Queen Creek. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach 109 to 114 degrees.
The National Weather Service warns that overexposure to extreme heat can cause heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Residents in Maricopa County can call 2-1-1 to locate free cooling centers, transportation, water, and other resources. Additional information is available at maricopa.gov/heat.
Source: National Weather Service
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