Heat — Tohono O Odham Nation, Arizona
2024-08-20 · Tohono O Odham Nation, Arizona
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
Hot temperatures 3 to 6 degrees degrees above normal were experienced across southeast Arizona resulting in moderate Heat Risk. The Pima County Medical Examiner determined that heat was the primary cause of death of one individual found in desert areas near Sells.
Wider weather episode
Hot temperatures 3 to 6 degrees degrees above normal were experienced across southeast Arizona resulting in moderate Heat Risk. The Pima County Medical Examiner determined that heat was the primary cause of death of two individuals found in desert areas. These individuals were in Sam Simon and Sells, respectively.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1209494. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.