Avisos

Air Quality Alert issued June 19 at 8:32AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZAQAPSRThe Pinal County Department of Air Quality has issued a PM-10 HighPollution Advisory for Pinal County including Apache Junction, CasaGrande, Coolidge, and Florence on Thursday.An episode of strong and gusty winds is forecast to generatewidespread blowing dust that may result in local PM-10 concentrationsthat pose a health risk. Adverse health effects increase as airquality deteriorates.Coarse particulate matter - also known as PM-10 - is an aircontaminant that can aggravate heart and lung disease conditions,especially in older adults, children, and those with asthma. Adecrease in physical activity is recommended.Consolidate your travel, stabilize loose soils, slow down or avoidtravel on dirt roads, reduce or eliminate fireplace use, and avoidusing gas-powered lawn equipment.For details on this High Pollution Advisory for Pinal County, visitthe Pinal County Department of Air Quality internet site athttps://www.pinal.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1498/Air-Quality-Forecast-PDF

National Weather Service

Excessive Heat Warning issued June 19 at 1:34AM MST until June 20 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to113 expected. Major Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat crampsand heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can leadto heat stroke.* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the PhoenixMetro area.* WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM MST Thursday.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat events.An Excessive Heat Warning means that a period of very hottemperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions should betaken to lessen the impact of the extreme heat.Stay indoors and seek air-conditioned buildings. Drink water, morethan usual, and avoid dehydrating alcoholic, sugary, or caffeinateddrinks. Dress for the heat - lightweight and light-colored clothing.Eat small meals and eat more often. Monitor those with a highervulnerability to heat, including small children. Check in on family,friends, and neighbors, especially the elderly. If engaging inoutdoor activity, take longer and more frequent breaks and avoid thehottest parts of the day. Never leave kids or pets unattended incars.Public cooling shelters are available in some areas. Consult countyofficials for more details, which may include guidance for propersocial distancing measures.Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness. Earlysigns include thirst and muscle cramps. Heat exhaustion may include:cool, moist, pale skin; headache; dizziness; weakness or exhaustion;nausea. The most serious illness is heat stroke, which may include:vomiting; confusion; throbbing headache; decreased alertness or lossof consciousness; high body temperature (above 105F); hot, dry skin;rapid, weak pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; seizures.Heat stroke can be DEADLY. Treat as an emergency and call 9 1 1.Continue to monitor NWS forecasts, broadcast outlets, and localgovernment for updates.

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