Heat — Northwest Valley, Arizona

2024-05-31 · Northwest Valley, 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

A subtropical ridge of high pressure situated to the south boosted temperatures above normal for the end of the month. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, three heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1293409. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.