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Extreme Heat Warning issued March 19 at 1:07PM MST until March 22 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 96 to
109. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to
develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.

* WHERE…Portions of southwest Arizona and southeast and southern
California.

* WHEN…Until 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ Sunday.

* IMPACTS…Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Afternoon temperatures 96 to 109 expected.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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