Heat — East Valley, Arizona

2022-08-07 · East Valley, Arizona

Event narrative

One indirect fatality was reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Wider weather episode

A ridge of high pressure centered over the Southwest led to slightly above normal temperatures with highs in Phoenix during this time peaking at 108 degrees on the 6th. Morning temperatures provided limited relief from the heat with lows in the mid to upper 80s. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 6 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1148941. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.