Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued August 1 at 8:22PM MST until August 3 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 1, 2026 - 8:22pm
Expires:
August 2, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 101 to 106 in
Santa Cruz and Cochise counties and 107 to 113 elsewhere. Major to
Extreme HeatRisk is expected.
* WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono
O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper San Pedro River Valley,
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, and Western Pima
County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Warm overnight low temperatures of 84 to 90
degrees in the deserts will provide little to no relief from heat
overnight. Warmest overnight low temperatures expected in the
Western Deserts.
Instruction:
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible and
drink plenty of water.
Area Description:
Western Pima County Including Ajo/Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument; Tohono O'odham Nation including Sells; Upper Santa Cruz River and Altar Valleys including Nogales; Tucson Metro Area including Tucson/Green Valley/Marana/Vail; South Central Pinal County including Eloy/Picacho Peak State Park; Southeast Pinal County including Kearny/Mammoth/Oracle; Upper San Pedro River Valley including Sierra Vista/Benson
Forcast Office:
NWS Tucson AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov