Yuma County, AZ
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Wednesday 07/22 11:00 AM MDT – Monday 07/27 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
What
Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 116. Major Heat Risk.
Where
Southwest Arizona and southeast California.
When
From 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ Wednesday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Monday.
Impacts
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
What to Do
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat.
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 and drink plenty of water.
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.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details.
Areas Impacted
- Parker Valley
- Yuma
- Imperial County Southwest
- Salton Sea
- Chuckwalla Mountains
- Imperial County Southeast
- Imperial County West
- Imperial Valley
- Chiriaco Summit
- Palo Verde Valley
- Chuckwalla Valley
Tips to Stay Safe
An Extreme Heat Warning means that extremely dangerous heat conditions are happening now or soon. You must take precautions to protect yourself and others from extreme heat.
- Stay inside in air conditioning if possible. If you don’t have air conditioning, go to a library, mall, or local cooling center.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, and wear loose, light-colored clothing.
- Check on friends, family, and neighbors, especially those who do not have air conditioning or spend much of their time alone.
- Reschedule outdoor activities for a cooler day.
- If you must be outdoors, take longer and more frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and avoid the hottest parts of the day.
- Bring pets indoors if possible. If pets are left outside, make sure they have shade and plenty of cool water.
- Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.
In effect from Thursday 07/23 11:00 AM MDT – Monday 07/27 9:00 PM MDT
Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ
What
Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures 108 to 116. Major Heat Risk.
Where
In Arizona, Central La Paz, Gila River Valley, Kofa, and Southeast Yuma County. In California, Joshua Tree National Park.
When
From 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ Thursday to 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Monday.
Impacts
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
What to Do
An Extreme Heat Warning means that a period of very hot temperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should be taken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat.
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 and drink plenty of water.
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.
Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult county officials for more details.
Areas Impacted
- Kofa
- Central La Paz
- Southeast Yuma County
- Gila River Valley
- Joshua Tree NP West
- Joshua Tree NP East
Tips to Stay Safe
An Extreme Heat Warning means that extremely dangerous heat conditions are happening now or soon. You must take precautions to protect yourself and others from extreme heat.
- Stay inside in air conditioning if possible. If you don’t have air conditioning, go to a library, mall, or local cooling center.
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated, and wear loose, light-colored clothing.
- Check on friends, family, and neighbors, especially those who do not have air conditioning or spend much of their time alone.
- Reschedule outdoor activities for a cooler day.
- If you must be outdoors, take longer and more frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning, and avoid the hottest parts of the day.
- Bring pets indoors if possible. If pets are left outside, make sure they have shade and plenty of cool water.
- Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Tuesday Storm Outlook
Created by the NWS Phoenix WFO
Scattered thunderstorms will develop over the high terrain of southern Gila County this afternoon resulting in locally heavy rainfall and potential flooding. An outflow boundary will descend towards lower elevations in the evening potentially triggering new storms. There is a 10-25% of storms during the evening in the Phoenix Metro. The main concerns from storms will be gusty winds, local blowing dust, and heavy rain.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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