Excessive Heat — Northwest Valley, Arizona
2019-08-20 to 2019-08-21 · Northwest Valley, Arizona
1
Direct deaths
Event narrative
One direct fatality was reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender and circumstances unavailable.
Wider weather episode
Strong high pressure centered near the Four Corners brought deadly heat and excessive heat warning conditions to the region. Eleven fatalities (9 direct and 2 indirect) were reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 931064. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.