Heat — Central Phoenix, Arizona

2023-08-14 · Central Phoenix, Arizona

Event narrative

Two heat-associated fatalities (1 direct and 1 indirect) were reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Wider weather episode

An upper level ridge shifted into the Interior Mountain West from the eastern Pacific during the period between the 9-14th, keeping temperatures above normal during this time. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 22 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time. Additionally, two heat-associated fatalities occurred in La Paz County during this event.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1213345. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.