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Queen Creek Air Quality Alert Issued Amid Dangerous Heat

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An active Air Quality Alert is in effect for Queen Creek as temperatures soar. Current readings show an air temperature of 102F with a feels-like of 95F.

Dana Goddard

July 4, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Alert and Current Conditions

Residents in Queen Creek, TX, are advised to monitor air quality conditions closely as an active Air Quality Alert is currently in effect. This alert was issued by the National Weather Service in Phoenix, AZ, on July 2 at 8:18AM MST. While the specific severity and urgency levels are listed as unknown, the alert remains active and should be taken seriously by sensitive groups.

Simultaneously, the region is experiencing dangerous heat. Current observations indicate an air temperature of 102F. However, the heat index, or how hot it feels, is recorded at 95F. The relative humidity is extremely low at just 6%, with a dew point of 23F. Winds are currently blowing from the southwest at 10 mph, with no gusts reported. The sky remains clear at this moment.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

Looking ahead, the weather pattern will shift slightly. Today is expected to be mostly cloudy with a high near NoneF. The low for tonight is near 77F. The National Weather Service forecasts that tonight will remain mostly cloudy with a low around 77, with temperatures rising to around 79 overnight. Southwest winds will be light, ranging from 0 to 5 mph. The chance of precipitation is 0%.

Tomorrow brings a significant increase in heat. The high is forecast to reach near 105F. The sky will be partly sunny with a high near 105. Southwest winds will increase slightly, ranging from 0 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 4%. Temperatures will drop to a low near 80F tomorrow night, with skies becoming mostly cloudy and temperatures rising to around 82 overnight. Winds will ease back to 0 to 5 mph.

Safety Reminders

Given the extreme heat and active air quality alert, please take necessary precautions. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. Those with respiratory sensitivities should consider staying indoors with air conditioning running during the alert period. Check on neighbors and elderly relatives to ensure they are safe and cool.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Dana Goddard

Dana Goddard covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around Queen Creek.

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