PHOENIX — An excessive heat warning goes into effect at 10 a.m. on Thursday and will last through 8 p.m. Tuesday.
12News has issued Weather Impact Alert Days for the next 6 days due to highs in the 115+ range and lows in the 90s.
VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Weather Impact Alert: Calor excesivo durante los siguientes 6 días
The goal is to help make sure everyone is prepared and has a plan to deal with the hot conditions.
When:
Thursday, temperatures are expected to reach highs around 115 degrees. Temperatures at or above 115 will last through Tuesday.
Impact on your life:
Increased heat can bring with it an increased risk of heat-related illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), heat-related illness can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. The elderly and those suffering from chronic conditions such as obesity and high blood pressure.
Signs of heat-related illness include:
- High body temperature
- Hot, red skin
- Fast pulse
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Confusion
If you know someone in a high-risk group please make sure to check in on them through the weekend.
What you need to know to prepare:
It is critical to stay hydrated as temperatures remain high over the next several days. According to the CDC, it is important to cut down on exercise, try to find a place with air conditioning to stay cool and wear lightweight loose-fitting clothing.
Maricopa County has cooling centers and residents can get a ride to a cooling center by calling Arizona 211 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
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