Southeast Arizona will experience another cloudy and windy day with gusts of up to 40 mph. Secure loose objects and be careful of flying dust. Remember that one less spark means one less wildfire.
Another red flag warning will be issued from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. throughout southeastern Arizona, including all Pima, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties and parts of Pinal, Graham and Greenlee counties. Gusts of wind can reach 40 miles per hour, and combined with low humidity, fires can spread quickly. Remember, one less spark means one less wildfire. Another threat is dust rising over parts of southeastern Arizona. Be careful when traveling along Interstate 10 through Pima, Pinal and Cochise counties.
Today’s hottest spots will see highs in the low 100s, and triple-digit heat will continue through the weekend. Temperatures rise to the low 100’s for him throughout the working week, about normal for this time of year. A powerful anticyclonic ridge will continue to form over Mexico as temperatures will approach 107 degrees Celsius by Sunday.
If you plan to spend time outdoors, limit your time outdoors to between 10am and 8pm, and if you plan to be outdoors for more than 15-20 minutes, remember to stay hydrated and apply sunscreen. Please do not forget. Do not leave children or pets in the vehicle. Also, don’t forget to protect your dog’s paws by keeping them away from hot surfaces during the afternoon.
- Today: windy and hot. High: 102°
- Tonight: Cool and mostly sunny. Low: 72°
- Tomorrow: sunny, windy and hot. High: 102°
Southeast Arizona will experience another cloudy and windy day with gusts of up to 40 mph. Secure loose objects and be careful of flying dust. Remember that one less spark means one less wildfire.