Weather
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Arizona bill ignores climate change, blames poor air quality on other countries
The legislation is a second proposal this year that falsely ascribes outside nations as leading contributors to Arizona’s high ozone levels.
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The most notorious natural events in Arizona history
Here are 10 of the most notorious natural events in Arizona history, from the deadly Yarnell Hill Fire to an epic Northern Arizona snowstorm.
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Heat deaths of people without air conditioning, often in mobile homes, underscore energy inequity
Most heat-related deaths involve homeless people living outdoors. But those who die inside without sufficient cooling are also vulnerable, typically older than 60, living alone, and with limited income.
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Staying safe in Arizona’s heat: essential hydration tips
Here are some tips on staying hydrated and avoiding heat-related illnesses this summer in Arizona.
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Blazing hot surfaces are a danger for catastrophic burn injuries in Phoenix
Sizzling sidewalks and unshaded playgrounds pose risks for burn injuries as air temperatures reach new summertime highs in Phoenix.
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Street medicine teams search for homeless people to deliver lifesaving IV hydration in extreme heat
Homeless people accounted for nearly half of the record 645 heat-related deaths last year in Maricopa County, which encompasses metro Phoenix.
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Understanding risks & safety measures during Arizona’s monsoon season
Here are some tips from the Arizona Department of Health Services for getting through monsoon season safely.
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At least 6 heat-related deaths reported in metro Phoenix so far this year as high hits 115 degrees
At least six people have died from heat-related causes this year so far in sizzling metro Phoenix, where the temperatures this week hit 115 degrees Fahrenheit, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health reported this week.
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ADOT narrows 3,400 names down to 10 in its Name-a-Snowplow Contest
Choose from names like “Scooperstition” or “Snowbi-Wan Kenobi” in ADOT’s Name-A-Snowplow Contest.
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Ever wanted to name a snowplow? ADOT has a contest just for you.
Break out your favorite snow-related puns because the Arizona Department of Transportation is asking for the public’s help to name three snowplows in its fleet.
