Active AlertsTucson, AZ

Extreme Heat Warning

Issued at Thu 2:20 PM Aug. 27

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

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. 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.

Full details

Flood Advisory

Issued at Thu 7:15 PM Aug. 27

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
Where: Northeastern Pima County in southeastern Arizona South Central Pinal County in southeastern Arizona
When: Until 1015 PM MST.
Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Additional Details: - At 715 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.7 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include Catalina, Oro Valley, Saddlebrooke, Catalina State Park and Oracle Junction. - This includes the following highway
S: Route 79 near mile marker 92. Route 77 between mile markers 80 and 92. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Location
S: E Wilds Rd at the Canada del Oro. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.