(Related Video) 5:00 PM Weather Forecast – 6/20/2021 PHOENIX – Officials for the National Weather Service in Phoenix say the valley has seen most consecutive days of temperatures at or above 115 ° F in history. According to official sources, Phoenix’s current streak of 115 ° F began on June 15, and June 20 marks the sixth straight day with a high temperature of 115 ° F or more. The previous record of four days was last set on August 16-19, 2020, which in turn set a record on July 28 and 31 of the same year. There were a total of 34 days with the 2020 high temperature exceeding 110 ° F, breaking a 2011 record. Related: NWS: 2020 breaks record for number of 110 degree days in a year for Phoenix Temperatures on Temperature Sunday broke no records. The record temperature on June 20 is 119 ° F, according to NWS, which was set in 2017. Satellite and Radar Image Prevention of Heat Exhaustion / Heat Stroke The Arizona Department of Health stated the following precautions can be taken to prevent heat exhaustion or heat stroke: Stay in air-conditioned buildings Limit outdoor activities during the hottest time of day (noon) Check out friends at risk , Family, and Neighbors at least twice a day Drink water before, during, and after work or exercise Outside Driving in Extreme Temperatures The Arizona Department of Transportation tips for extreme temperature driving include: Sunscreen: Use sunscreen and sunscreen in addition to an umbrella wearing a wide-brimmed hat and loose-fitting, light-colored cotton clothing. Refuel: Keep your tank three quarters full. Running out of gas in extreme heat is dangerous, especially in a remote location. Hydrate: Bring a cooler to keep extra drinking water cold, and consider adding several frozen water bottles to cool down or to thaw and drink if necessary. Make sure everyone, including pets, stays hydrated. Get Help: If your vehicle breaks down in extreme heat, call for help immediately to reduce the waiting time and leave the air conditioning on. If the air conditioning does not work, shut down all the windows. Wait Safe: If the temperature in your vehicle gets too high, everyone, including pets, should get out of the car carefully and find or create a shaded area as far from the lanes as possible. Walk carefully on the road surface, which can be hot enough to burn your skin. Keep your shoes on and try to keep your pets’ paws off the sidewalk. If you are stopped on the motorway, lift the hood and turn on the hazard warning lights. Please note that parking in tall bushes can start a fire. Check your vehicle: you can help avoid breakdowns by making sure your vehicle is in good working order. Check your air conditioning and coolant levels, top up all major engine fluids, and make sure your battery is up to date. Check your tire pressure as the combination of underinflated tires and a hot road surface can lead to a burst. MORE: https://azdot.gov/about/transportation-safety/severe-weather Road Conditions Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623) az511.com. Turn on FOX 10 Phoenix for the latest news.You can check the latest weather conditions by visiting the FOX 10 Phoenix weather page or downloading the free FOX 10 Weather app available for Apple iOS and Android. Sign up for FOX 10 email notifications and newsletters
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