Heat — Tohono O Odham Nation, Arizona

2024-07-04 · Tohono O Odham Nation, Arizona

Event narrative

Hot temperatures about 4 to 7 degrees above normal were experienced on the Tohono O'odham Nation, causing the Moderate Heat Risk category to be reached. The Pima County Medical Examiner confirmed that heat was the primary factor in the death of one individual found in the desert near Sells.

Wider weather episode

Hot temperatures typically 4 to 7 degrees above normal were experienced across portions of southeast Arizona July 3 through July 4. The Pima County Medical Examiner confirmed that heat was the primary cause of death for two individuals found in the desert on the Tohono O'odham Nation on July 3 and July 4. Additionally, heat was a contributing factor of death for an individual in Tucson on July 3.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1193777. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.