PHOENIX – Tuesday will be a hot day in the Valley, as we may see record-breaking temperatures.

The high in Phoenix on Aug. 20 will be around 112°F, which is one degree shy of the record that was set back in 2019.

An Excessive Heat Warning that was issued by the National Weather Service is set to expire at 8 p.m.

The rest of the week will be cooler in Arizona, as thunderstorm chances return to the state.

You can always check the latest weather conditions by visiting the FOX 10 Phoenix weather page, or download the Free FOX 10 Weather app, which is available on Apple iOS and Android.

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The following heat safety information was provided by the Scottsdale Fire Department.

What are Heat Emergencies?

Heat Cramps: Profuse sweating, fatigue, extreme thirst, muscle cramps

Heat Exhaustion: Headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea/vomit, Cool/moist skin

Heat Stroke: Elevated temp. +103 degrees, confusion/irrational behavior, dry/hot skin, rapid shallow breathing, rapid weak pulse (shock), seizures, unconscious

What to do

• Get person into shade or cool location
• Cool person with cool, wet cloths (neck, groin, armpits, head) and fan body
• Sip cool water if person is alert
• For muscle cramps, massage muscles gently, but firmly until relaxed
• *If symptoms worsen, call 911

What not to do

• Do not give anything by mouth if person is vomiting, unable to swallow or unconscious
• Do not underestimate the seriousness of a heat emergency
• Prevention/Preparation for hike/exercise in heat

Know your limitations

• Hydrate (begins day prior to hike/exercise, hour before hike, during and after)
• Wear proper clothing, lightweight and light color, protect head, proper shoes
• Always carry a cell phone and best to hike with company
• Always tell someone where you are hiking and when to plan to return

Preventing heat exhaustion/heat stroke

The Arizona Department of Health Services stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke:

• Stay in air-conditioned buildings
• Find a cooling center/hydration station
• Limit outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day (mid-day)
• Check on at-risk friends, family, and neighbors at least twice a day
• Drink water before, during, and after working or exercising outside
• Check the UV Index
• Check the heat risk map

Driving in extreme temperatures

The Arizona Department of Transportation’s tips for driving in extreme temperatures include: 

Have sun protection: In addition to an umbrella, take sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat and wear loose-fitting, light-colored cotton clothing.

Fuel up: Keep your tank at three-quarters full. Running out of gas, especially in a remote location, is dangerous in extreme heat.

Hydrate: Take a cooler to keep extra drinking water cold, and consider adding several frozen bottles of water to use for cooling off or to thaw and drink if needed. Make sure everyone, including pets, stays hydrated.

Get help: If your vehicle breaks down in extreme heat, call for assistance right away to reduce wait time, and run the AC. If the AC isn’t working, roll down all windows.

Wait safely: If the temperature inside your vehicle becomes too hot, everyone, including pets, should exit carefully and seek out or create a shaded area as far away from the travel lanes as possible. Be careful walking on the road surface, which can be hot enough to burn skin. Keep your shoes on and try to keep your pets’ paws off the pavement. If you are stopped along the highway, raise the front hood and turn on hazard lights. Please keep in mind that parking in tall brush can start a fire. 

Check your vehicle: You can help avoid breakdowns and blowouts by making sure your vehicle is in good operating condition. Check your air conditioner and coolant levels, top off any vital engine fluids and make sure your battery is up to par. Check your tire pressure, as the combination of under inflated tires and hot pavement can lead to a blowout.

Preparing for a severe thunderstorm 

The American Red Cross’ tips for preparing for a severe thunderstorm:

• Put together an emergency kit.
• Know your community’s evacuation plan.
• Create a household disaster plan and practice it.
• Purchase a battery-powered or hand-crank radio
• Discuss thunderstorm safety with members of your household. Be aware that a thunderstorm could produce flooding.
• Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm. This should be a place where there are no windows, skylights, or glass doors, which could be broken by strong winds or hail and cause damage or injury.

Be prepared and stay safe during the monsoon

“Most Valley residents know how quickly and furiously storms can move in and out, bringing strong winds, dust, rain, and flash flooding. These storms can cause interruptions in services, such as water, power, and gas,” stated Captain Ashley Losch of the Glendale Fire Department.

GFD reminds residents of ways they can be prepared and stay safe:

• Have flashlights with extra batteries on hand.
• Have food that can be prepared without the need for cooking or refrigeration.
• Have at least one gallon of clean water for each person in the household.
• Have backup power for anyone requiring power for a medical device.
• Have backup power for cell phones that do not require charging.
• Have a first aid kit ready and accessible.
• Never drive into areas with flowing water; it takes less than 10 inches to wash a car away.
• Avoid flooded areas, such as washes.
• If waters are rising, seek higher ground.
• Do not approach downed power lines, the ground can be energized for up to 200 feet.
• Keep pets indoors during storms.

MORE: https://azdot.gov/about/transportation-safety/severe-weather

With there being an unknown surrounding how the Arizona Wildcats might perform across all sports during their first year in the Big 12 Conference, coaches in charge of their programs have operated in different manners to prepare for this new era.

One thing that can virtually ensure long-term success is recruiting at a high level.

Getting elite players in any sport is bound to improve the outlook of what can be accomplished, and as Arizona faces a new set of schools for the first time on a consistent basis, getting off to a good start will be imperative when it comes to landing important commitments.

While football and men’s basketball might get the majority of attention and coverage, the women’s basketball team is set to make some noise on the recruiting trail.

Making the cut on top schools lists for multiple elite players in the 2025 class, the Wildcats got some more good news when four-star wing Nina Cain became the latest prospect in this cycle to put Arizona in her top four.

Per Talia Goodman of On3, the other schools involved are California, Northwestern, and Washington.

“It’s about the people I’m committing to. I want to have that strong bond and relationship with the people I’m playing for – that’s really important to me … These four visits are going to be really crucial in making my decision,” the California native said to Goodman.

Cain already visited Northwestern and Washington. She has scheduled a trip to Cal for August 30 before closing it out by going to Arizona on September 5.

“I love Arizona. My experience with them is just wonderful. I love the coaching staff there as well. I have a really strong connection with them and they do with my family as well. I took a visit there almost a year ago and my whole family went. The love they had shown me and my family made us feel very welcome,” she said when asked about the Wildcats.

With Arizona getting an opportunity to be the final school she visits before making her decision, that should help them build upon the work they have already done and make a great case to land her commitment.

ARIZONA — The dust has settled on the Arizona Cardinals’ preseason loss to the Indianapolis Colts, and now the team puts their focus/effort into their preseason finale against the Denver Broncos.

While the team assembles their plan, the Cardinals on SI podcast went live on YouTube this weekend to react to what we saw against the Indianapolis Colts – both good and bad.

Come for the analysis, stay for the poor attempts at jokes:

The Cardinals committed 11 penalties, something that simply can’t happen during a regular season game.

“I think it’s pretty self-explanatory. One of our modes of play is our brain and we didn’t use it tonight,” Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon said via Arizona Sports’ Tyler Drake after the game. “That falls strictly on me.

“I thought we were ready to play physically, violence was on display, good effort and finish, but I just told them we’re not going to beat anybody making those kinds of mistakes and you can’t self-destruct and we did on all three phases. That falls on me and the coaches. We gotta get it cleaned up fast.”

The Cardinals did see Clayton Tune hold on to his lead in the QB2 battle behind Kyler Murray, though neither he nor Desmond Ridder looked extremely on point against the Colts.

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