The National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Watch for the Phoenix metropolitan area effective Monday morning through Friday evening. Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach 109 to 113 degrees, with overnight lows between 88 and 92 degrees. The watch 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.
The NWS warns that heat-related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events, with potential for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke without intervention. Residents should take extra precautions if working or spending time outdoors and reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when possible. Maricopa County residents can call 2-1-1 to locate free cooling centers, transportation, water, and other resources.
Source: National Weather Service.
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