*As of Jul 24, 10 AM local time.*
Dangerous Heat and Air Quality Concerns
Queen Creek, TX, is currently under the influence of an Extreme Heat Warning and an Air Quality Alert. The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued these alerts, signaling significant risks to health and safety. As of this Friday morning, the air temperature stands at 99F, but the heat index makes it feel like 102F.
Relative humidity is at 33% with a dew point of 64F. Winds are light at 6 mph with gusts to 3 mph, and the sky remains clear.
The Extreme Heat Warning is classified as severe with expected urgency, running until late July 27. Concurrently, an Air Quality Alert is in effect, indicating that air pollution levels may pose health risks. These conditions require immediate attention from residents, particularly vulnerable populations.
Forecast and Safety Precautions
Today will be sunny with a high near 113F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 116. Overnight, skies will become mostly clear with a low around 88F, though temperatures may rise to around 90F during the night. The heat index will remain high at 113. Winds will shift to the west around 5 mph.
Tomorrow brings even more intense heat. Expect sunny skies with a high near 115F. Temperatures will fall slightly to around 113F in the afternoon, but the heat index will climb to a dangerous 117F.
