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ThursdaySunny110° / 87° 2%
FridaySunny113° / 88° 2%
SaturdaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms115° / 88° 15%
SundayChance Showers And Thunderstorms108° / 84° 29%
MondayChance Showers And Thunderstorms105° / 83° 26%

Queen Creek Faces Extreme Heat and Air Quality Alerts - Jul 23, 2 PM

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An Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alerts are active for Queen Creek, TX. Current temperatures feel like 110F with clear skies and dangerous heat indices expected to rise further tomorrow.

Dana Goddard

July 23, 20262 min read

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

*As of Jul 23, 2 PM local time.*

Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns

Queen Creek, TX, is currently under the influence of severe weather alerts as it is currently Thursday this afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning with severe severity, alongside two Air Quality Alerts. These alerts indicate hazardous conditions that require immediate attention from residents.

Current conditions show an air temperature of 108F, with a feels-like temperature of 110F due to humidity and heat index factors. The relative humidity is at 22%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are light at 6 mph, with gusts reaching up to 12 mph, under a clear sky.

Forecast for Today and Tomorrow

The National Weather Service forecasts sunny skies for today, with a high near 110F and a low near 87F. The chance of precipitation is minimal at 2%. Heat index values are expected to reach as high as 113 during the day.

Overnight, skies will become mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to around 87F but rising to approximately 89F later in the night. Heat index values will remain elevated at 111. Winds will shift to the southeast at 0 to 5 mph.

Tomorrow, conditions will remain sunny with a high near 113F and a low near 88F. The chance of precipitation stays at 2%. Heat index values are projected to climb to 115. Winds will be from the west southwest at 0 to 5 mph. Overnight tomorrow, skies will be mostly clear with a low around 88F and heat index values up to 112.

Safety Reminders

Given the Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alerts, residents should prioritize safety. Hydrate frequently and limit midday exertion to avoid heat-related illnesses. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those with health conditions, to ensure they are safe.

Stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day and keep windows closed if air quality is poor. Monitor local news for updates on the alerts, which are in effect until July 27 at 8:00PM MST for the heat warning.

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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