Daily heat records could fall this weekend with today's high temperature expected to be 1 degree hotter than the all-time record on this day in Phoenix.
Saturday could be the hottest August 3 on record with the forecast high of 115° expected to break the previous record of 114°.Temperatures on Sunday and Monday should also hover right around the 115° mark with the daily heat record for each of those days in the books at 116°.The record low temperature on Saturday was broken at Sky Harbor Airport, according to NWS Phoenix .
+103 degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse , seizures, unconsciousThe Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:The Arizona Department of Transportation’s tips for driving in extreme temperatures include: Have sun protection: In addition to an umbrella, take sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat and wear loose-fitting, light-colored cotton clothing.
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