Excessive Heat — San Carlos, Arizona

2020-08-09 to 2020-08-10 · San Carlos, Arizona

Wider weather episode

Strong high pressure over the region allowed for temperatures to climb above 110 degrees on the 9th and 10th, promoting excessive heat conditions. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 5 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this event.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 992945. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.