The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Phoenix metropolitan area effective July 27 at 12:45 a.m. MST through 8 p.m. MST Wednesday. 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 108 to 113 degrees.
Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events, with overexposure potentially causing heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Residents should take extra precautions if working or spending time outdoors and reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when possible. In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to locate free cooling centers, transportation, water, and other resources.
Source: National Weather Service.
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