Blowing Dust Advisory issued June 20 at 1:38PM MST until June 20 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Moderate
Now
From Today 15:00 (4 hours ago)
Until Today 20:00 (52 minutes from now)
Official warning explanations:
  • WHAT: For the Excessive Heat Warning, Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures ranging from 106 to 113. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust expected due to thunderstorm outflows.

  • WHERE: South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, and Tucson Metro Area.

  • WHEN: Until 8 PM MST this evening.

  • IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures ranging from 106 to 113. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust expected due to thunderstorm outflows. * WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, and Tucson Metro Area. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.

Instructions:

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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. Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.

Excessive Heat Warning issued June 20 at 1:38PM MST until June 20 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Severe
Now
From Today 13:38 (5 hours ago)
Until Today 20:00 (52 minutes from now)
Official warning explanations:
  • WHAT: For the Excessive Heat Warning, Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures ranging from 106 to 113. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust expected due to thunderstorm outflows.

  • WHERE: South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, and Tucson Metro Area.

  • WHEN: Until 8 PM MST this evening.

  • IMPACTS: Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.

* WHAT...For the Excessive Heat Warning, Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures ranging from 106 to 113. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust expected due to thunderstorm outflows. * WHERE...South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, and Tucson Metro Area. * WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.

Instructions:

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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. Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside, Stay Alive'.

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