…FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 130 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by rainfall last night is
expected.
* WHERE…Central Pima County in southeastern Arizona…
* WHEN…Until 130 PM MST.
* IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
River or stream flows are elevated.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– At 731 AM MST, gauge reports indicated Vamori wash is up to 9.43
feet. Action stage is 9.5 feet. This may cause minor flooding of
low lying areas around Vamori Wash and impact the bridge at Route
21 at the village of Santa Cruz.
– Some locations that will experience flooding include…
Santa Cruz.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
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…EXTREME HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST FRIDAY…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures ranging
between 103 to 110 degrees and low temperatures 79 to 85 degrees.
Major HeatRisk is expected.
* WHERE…South Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono
O’odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area, Upper Gila River Valley, and
Western Pima County.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
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.
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