Heat kills or contributes to deaths of 96 people in Maricopa County so far

new data Maricopa County researchers revealed that through the week ending Aug. 10, heat has killed or contributed to 96 deaths so far this year. Of the 96 confirmed deaths, 57 were due to fever and 39 were reported to be due to fever. Maricopa County defines fever as “a case in which heat or […]

Maricopa County heat network helps tens of thousands through summer

Written by Jalen Woody | Cronkite News PHOENIX — In the middle of the desert, summer is the harshest time in Maricopa County. According to the National Weather Service, there were 142 consecutive days this year with temperatures above 100 degrees. To combat the heat, the Maricopa Association of Governments has implemented a network of […]

Maricopa County combats summer heat with its heat-relief network

The sign for the Barton Barr Central Library’s respite center sits inside a rejuvenating air conditioner as residents of the downtown Phoenix community rush to its doors to escape the heat outside. (Photo by Jalen Woody/Cronkite News) PHOENIX – In the middle of the desert, summer is the harshest time in Maricopa County. According to […]

L.A.’s new council president takes heat over committee picks

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Arizona Weather: Heat Continues in Flagstaff as Cooler Weekend Approaches

5 day weather forecast, sunny at dawn, clear skies, lots of pink and purple trees -advertisement- FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Unusually warm temperatures for October continue across much of northern Arizona today, with highs expected to reach 80°F in Flagstaff. Camp Verde residents should prepare for highs near 96 degrees Fahrenheit as Prescott gets even warmer, […]