Phoenix Breaks Heat Record Amid Extended Extreme Heat Warning
Phoenix has broken a 15-year-old daily heat record as an Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for several areas in Arizona, including Lake Havasu, Fort Mohave, and Maricopa County. The warning, issued by the National Weather Service, is set to last until Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 8:00 PM MST. Temperatures in the region have soared to unprecedented levels, with residents experiencing prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions. This development underscores the ongoing heatwave affecting the southwestern United States, with Phoenix at the epicenter of record-breaking temperatures. The city has been grappling with the impacts of this heatwave, which has strained local infrastructure and increased health risks for vulnerable populations. Source time: Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:39:54 GMT.