12:57 PM
— August 26th, 4:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 108 to
117. Major to Extreme Heat Risk.
* WHERE...The Phoenix metropolitan area.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Increase in heat related illnesses, including heat
cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Heat stroke can lead to
death.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free
cooling center, transportation, water and more.
https://www.maricopa.gov/heat
12:57 PM
— August 26th, 4:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures 106 to
117. Major to Extreme Heat Risk.
* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Increase in heat related illnesses, including heat
cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Heat stroke can lead to
death.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free
cooling center, transportation, water and more.
https://www.maricopa.gov/heat
11:10 AM
— August 26th, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures ranging
between 104 to 111 degrees and low temperatures 79 to 85 degrees.
Major HeatRisk is expected today and then widespread Major to
Extreme HeatRisk Wednesday through Saturday.
* WHERE...Pinal County, Tohono O'odham Nation, Tucson Metro Area,
Upper Gila River Valley, and Western Pima County.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
11:10 AM
— August 26th, 5:00 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 98 to 105
degrees expected. Overnight lows 71 to 78 degrees. Major HeatRisk
is expected Tuesday through Saturday with isolated Extreme
HeatRisk.
* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Upper San Pedro
River Valley, and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
9:17 AM
— August 26th, 9:00 PM
AQAPSR
The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has extended
an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for the Phoenix Metro Area through
Wednesday.
This means that forecast weather conditions combined with existing
ozone levels are expected to result in local maximum 8-hour ozone
concentrations that pose a health risk. Adverse health effects
increase as air quality deteriorates.
Ozone is an air contaminant which can cause breathing difficulties
for children, older adults, as well as persons with respiratory
problems. A decrease in physical activity is recommended.
You are urged to car pool, telecommute or use mass transit.
The use of gasoline-powered equipment should be reduced or done late
in the day.
For details on this High Pollution Advisory, visit the ADEQ internet
site at www.azdeq.gov/forecast/phoenix or call 602-771-2300.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
All border roads a remain closed (the dirt roads directly along the border and all crossover roads leading from South Puerto Blanco Drive to the border) to all public vehicle and pedestrian traffic for public safety. South Puerto Blanco Drive remains open
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
El Camino De Dos Republicas remains open from SR85 to Gachado Line Camp. Dos Lomitas is not accessible. The southeast border road from Lukeville Port of Entry eastward to the Santa Rosa Mountains is closed to public vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
High Clearance, 4-wheel drive is required from where Pozo Nuevo Road begins along South Puerto Blanch Drive to Bates Well Ranch area. The road is washed out in areas. Bates Well Ranch is still accessible from the north on Darby Well Road.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
The Kris Eggle Visitor Center will be opening at 11 am on July 4th, 2024. The building will close at 4 pm, as per normal hours of operation. All scenic drives and hikes will remain open unless posted otherwise.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
The Kris Eggle Visitor Center will be closed all day on December 24th and 25th, 2024 for the Christmas holiday. All scenic drives, hikes, and campgrounds will remain open unless posted otherwise.
For camping reservations, please visit Recreation.gov
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Feral dogs may be present at the Twin Peaks Campground and around the Kris Eggle Visitor Center. Visitors should not attempt to feed or water these dogs or approach them in any way as they may carry disease or become hostile.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Effective Monday, May 12, 2025, the monument will be under Stage Two fire restrictions. Burning charcoal or wood, including smoking and fireworks are prohibited in all areas within the monument except for liquid petroleum or propane stoves
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument
Road crews will be clearing vegetation along State Route 85 beginning September 16, 2025 and throughout the remainder of the week. Motorists are advised to drive with caution as there may be workers and/or equipment in the road.