The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the Phoenix metropolitan area, effective through 8 p.m. MST Sunday. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach 108 to 114 degrees across the region, creating a major heat risk. 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.
Residents should take precautions to avoid heat-related illness, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. The NWS recommends rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities to early morning or evening, wearing lightweight clothing, and staying hydrated. Maricopa County residents can call 2-1-1 to locate free cooling centers, transportation, water, and other resources at maricopa.gov/heat.
Source: National Weather Service.
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