Extreme Heat Watch for Avondale, Arizona
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
1249 AM MST Sat Jul 5 2025
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Northwest Valley-Buckeye/Avondale-Deer Valley-Central Phoenix-
North Phoenix/Glendale-Scottsdale/Paradise Valley-East Valley-
South Mountain/Ahwatukee-Southeast Valley/Queen Creek-
Including the cities of Tempe, Gilbert, Goodyear, Mesa, Wittmann,
Circle City, Queen Creek, Sun City West, Peoria, Paradise Valley,
Liberty, Phoenix, Cashion, Beardsley, Sun Lakes, Surprise,
Chandler, and Avondale
1249 AM MST Sat Jul 5 2025
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH
THURSDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures
110 to 115. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps
and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead
to heat stroke.
* WHERE...The Northwest Valley of the Phoenix Metro Area, The East
Valley of the Phoenix Metro Area, Buckeye/Avondale, Deer Valley,
Central Phoenix, North Phoenix/Glendale, Scottsdale/Paradise
Valley, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, and Southeast Valley/Queen Creek.
* WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free
cooling center, transportation, water, and more.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
An Extreme Heat Watch means that a period of very hot temperatures,
even by local standards, may occur. Actions should be taken to
lessen the impact of the extreme heat.
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.
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.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county
officials for more details.
Air Quality Alert for Avondale, Arizona
AZC013-080400-
Air Quality Alert
Relayed by National Weather Service Phoenix AZ
404 PM MST Thu Jul 3 2025
...OZONE HIGH POLLUTION ADVISORY FOR MARICOPA COUNTY INCLUDING THE
PHOENIX METRO AREA MONDAY THE 7TH...
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an
Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area on Monday.
This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing
ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone
concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects
increase as air quality deteriorates.
Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties
for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory
problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended.
You are urged to car pool, telecommute or use mass transit.
The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late
in the day.
For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet
site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.