Heat — Tucson Metro Area, Arizona
2025-09-20 · Tucson Metro Area, Arizona
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
High temperatures in Southeastern Arizona were near normal, causing Low HeatRisk. The Tucson International Airport reached a high temperature of 92 degrees Fahrenheit. The Pima County Medical Examiner found that heat was the primary factor in the cause of death for an individual in Vail.
Wider weather episode
Temperatures in Southeastern Arizona were near normal with Low HeatRisk. The Pima County Medical Examiner found that heat was a factor in the cause of death for 2 individuals. Heat was the primary factor for both individuals.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1293517. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.