extreme heat

Recent recommendations released support Gov. Hobbs’ response plan to address dangerous Arizona heat

By |2024-03-12T17:30:30-07:00March 12th, 2024|Preparedness|

Heat-related illnesses in Arizona have been trending upward since 2013. Preliminary syndromic surveillance data suggest 2023 had the most heat-related emergency room visits in the last decade. To better support Arizona through extreme heat as part of the Governor’s Executive Order on Extreme Heat Planning and Preparedness and Extreme Heat Preparedness Plan, the Arizona Department [...]

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The scorching heat continues as possible monsoons roll in, find resources to keep your family safe

By |2023-07-28T15:35:26-07:00July 28th, 2023|General, Preparedness|

While Arizona’s summer of record-breaking high temperatures and excessive heat warnings continue, we are also expecting to get a break with some rain soon.  Monsoon continues until the end of September, providing some relief with rain, but also posing its own hazards.   While many Arizonans may know the basics of summer safety like avoiding going [...]

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Protect yourself from Arizona’s first extreme heat of summer 2022

By |2022-06-08T12:10:33-07:00June 8th, 2022|Prevention|

It’s not uncommon for long-time Arizonans to brush off our summer heat as just a fact of life in our state. However, extreme heat like the temperatures forecasted statewide this weekend can be deadly serious: 552 people in Arizona died from heat-related effects in 2021, and another 2,873 visited an emergency room for treatment. In [...]

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There’s a Public Health Role in Creating a Weather-Ready Nation

By |2021-09-29T14:33:02-07:00September 29th, 2021|Preparedness|

Many issues related to weather can impact your health. Wildfires spawned by lightning can cause respiratory illnesses from smoke and poor air quality. Flash flooding has led to numerous rescues from vehicles and homes. Last year, extreme heat sent at least 2,414 people to Arizona emergency rooms and contributed to 522 deaths. There are many [...]

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Look out for yourself and for others when the mercury soars

By |2021-08-11T14:35:37-07:00June 14th, 2021|Preparedness|

Heat can become a serious health issue when the temperature soars – as it’s doing this week. Please look out for yourself and others to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Anyone can fall victim to heat-related illness, but the list of those who are most susceptible includes those 65 and older, infants and young [...]

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2021 Arizona Heat Awareness Week

By |2021-08-11T14:35:38-07:00May 10th, 2021|Preparedness|

Brutal summer heat can be more than just unpleasant. If you don’t take precautions, extreme temperatures can cause illness and even death.  That’s why ADHS and the National Weather Service are joining forces to mark Arizona Heat Awareness Week from May 10-14. This is a chance to learn how to protect yourself and others from [...]

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Stakeholders Gather for Arizona Extreme Heat Planning Workshop

By |2018-04-13T09:54:22-07:00April 13th, 2018|Preparedness|

Temperatures are beginning to rise in our state. Most people probably remember the June heat wave last year, which brought on record temperatures. From June 12-27, 2017, temperatures reached 119 ° in Phoenix, 93° in Flagstaff, 120° in Yuma, and 116° in Tucson. Extreme heat will be upon us again soon. Our latest preliminary heat [...]

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Take Precautions to Stay Safe in Excessive Heat

By |2017-06-27T09:59:20-07:00June 27th, 2017|Preparedness|

Excessive Heat Warnings have affected many areas of our state since June 17. Temperatures during the Heat Warning reached as high as 122 degrees in cities like Lake Havasu and Bullhead City. Other parts of the state including Glendale and Yuma were at 120. With the extended duration of this event, overnight low temperatures seemed to [...]

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Arizona Extreme Heat Planning Workshop 2017

By |2017-06-02T08:55:48-07:00June 2nd, 2017|Preparedness|

We have already had days topping 100 degrees in many parts of the state and even had our first heat advisory in Yuma.  It’s the perfect time of year to ensure that public health partners are working together to be ready for extreme heat in Arizona. Earlier this month, almost 70 representatives from organizations across [...]

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Strategic Planning for Weather Emergencies

By |2017-05-10T09:48:51-07:00May 10th, 2017|Preparedness|

Arizonans are no strangers to weather emergencies. Weather reports of extreme heat, flash flooding, wildfires, dust storms, and monsoon storms are frequent during our summer months. During our winter months, some of our higher elevation counties experience cold and snow hazards. As mentioned recently during National Public Health Week, extreme weather impacts public health. Our agency routinely works with local, state, and federal partners [...]

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