Heat — Central Phoenix, Arizona

2023-06-21 · Central Phoenix, Arizona

Event narrative

One direct 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

Dry southwesterly flow aloft over the region with an upper level ridge situated to the east over New Mexico and Texas resulted in temperatures climbing several degrees above normal in Phoenix going into the latter part of June. Temperatures in Phoenix peaked on the 21st and 22nd at 109 degrees. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 12 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1209358. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.