PHOENIX, AZ — Dangerously hot weather is expected to settle over parts of California and Arizona from Sunday into early next week, with some desert communities likely to see temperatures climb above 110 degrees during Mother’s Day weekend.
The timing is especially concerning because many families will be outdoors for holiday gatherings, travel and barbecues, putting more people at risk for heat-related illness.
Forecasters say the hot spell could affect millions across major metro areas, including Phoenix and desert regions in Southern California.
Heat watch stretches across the Southwest
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Watch for large areas of Arizona and southeastern California, a warning that unusually high temperatures are possible and that residents should begin preparing now…