Heat — Central Phoenix, Arizona

2023-09-17 · 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

An amplified ridge of high pressure advanced eastward across the western United States during the middle part of the month, causing temperatures to climb above normal across the Phoenix area. The warmest day during this time period occurred on the 16th when Phoenix Sky Harbor recorded a high temperature of 107 degrees. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 5 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1215391. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.