A strong subtropical ridge over the Southern Plains expanded westward into the Desert Southwest near the end of August, leading to excessive heat conditions across the region. Temperatures in Phoenix during this time climbed well above normal, peaking at 112 degrees on the 26th and 27th. According to the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, 13 heat-associated fatalities occurred during this time.

Excessive Heat in EAST VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Two direct fatalities were reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Excessive Heat in NORTHWEST VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in BUCKEYE/AVONDALE, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in CAVE CREEK/NEW RIVER, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in DEER VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Heat in CENTRAL PHOENIX, ARIZONA
From 28-AUG-21 00:00:00 to 28-AUG-21 23:59:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Four fatalities (3 direct and 1 indirect) were reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Excessive Heat in SCOTTSDALE/PARADISE VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in SUPERIOR, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in TONTO BASIN, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in CENTRAL PHOENIX, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Seven direct fatalities were reported by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, with their details, such as age, gender, circumstances, and exact location unavailable.

Excessive Heat in NORTH PHOENIX/GLENDALE, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in SOUTH MOUNTAIN/AHWATUKEE, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in SOUTHEAST VALLEY/QUEEN CREEK, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in NORTHWEST PINAL COUNTY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in APACHE JUNCTION/GOLD CANYON, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in SAN CARLOS, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in DRIPPING SPRINGS, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in GLOBE/MIAMI, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 27-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in PARKER VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in YUMA, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in GILA RIVER VALLEY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in CENTRAL LA PAZ, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in SOUTHEAST YUMA COUNTY, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Excessive Heat in KOFA, ARIZONA
From 25-AUG-21 10:00:00 to 29-AUG-21 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official