URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Tucson AZ

131 AM MST Tue Jun 27 2023

Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-

Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-

Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-

Including the cities of Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana,

Vail, Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton,

and Safford

131 AM MST Tue Jun 27 2023

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS

EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with with a high heat risk

  and temperatures between 105 to 113 degrees.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Santa Cruz,

  Cochise, Graham, and Greenlee Counties below 6000 feet.

* WHEN...In effect until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the

  potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those

  working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Keep in mind you may need to adjust your plans based on the

latest health and safety guidelines from CDC and your local

officials. Cooling shelters may need to take your temperature or

ask questions about how you are feeling.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out

of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young

children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles

under any circumstances.

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. 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.