Heat — Central La Paz, Arizona

2024-05-16 · Central La Paz, Arizona

Event narrative

One indirect fatality was reported in La Paz County, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Wider weather episode

A ridge of high pressure over the region resulted in above normal temperatures across the region. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, two heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time. One fatality also occurred in La Paz County.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1293406. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.