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Hikers fight Phoenix summer trail closures

HeatBeat

Phoenix hits record October highs during heat wave before wrapping up its warm season

The National Weather Service said the heat wave that stretched into October saw Phoenix set an annual record of 70 days with highs reaching or passing 110 F.
HeatBeat

Arizona power companies will soon start disconnecting services again for unpaid bills

The city of Mesa said they are owed millions of dollars for unpaid electricity bills and they are about to start disconnecting services.
HeatBeat

Hot days and methamphetamine are now a deadlier mix

In Arizona, Texas, Nevada and California, officials found the drug in nearly a third of heat deaths in 2023.
Cardinals

Why heat was a story for both the Arizona Cardinals and Arizona State Sun Devils this week

Both the Cardinals and Sun Devils played in games that set records for hottest temperature at kickoff this weekend.
Weather

Weather Impact Alert: Excessive heat warning in Phoenix extended through Monday

The extreme temperatures aren't done with the Valley quite yet. An excessive heat warning has been pushed back until the start of next week.
Extreme Weather

Tracking heat-related deaths in Maricopa County in 2024

In 2023, the county recorded the highest number of heat-related deaths. Experts say 2024 could see even more heat-related deaths.
Valley

Can excessive heat affect your mental health?

With the recent excessive heat, many are asking if the extreme temperatures can affect your mental health. Here's a look at seasonal affective disorder.
HeatBeat

Excessive heat prompts 2 hiker rescues on Valley trails

A pair of hikers had to be rescued in separate incidents over the weekend as extreme temperatures soared near 110 degrees.
Valley

Hiker hospitalized after hiking in extreme heat for 2nd day in a row

A 30-year-old woman was hospitalized in critical condition after suffering "severe heat exhaustion," according to the Scottsdale Fire Department.
Valley

Woman in critical condition and dealing with heat-related illness after being rescued while hiking in Arizona

The woman was hiking as Phoenix set a record high temperature for the fourth day in a row, according to the National Weather Service.
HeatBeat

Where can you find cooling centers in the Valley?

With extreme heat warnings in place across much of Arizona, staying cool is more important than ever.