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A Tucson family gathers after breaking fast during Ramadan, 2017.

Episode 143: How Do We Deal With This Heat?

Jun 23, 2017 Plus: Breaking Ramadan fast with a Tucson Muslim family.
The bright sun sets behind some trees near Soleng Tom Elementary School on Tucson's east side.

Incoming Storm Could End Heat Wave

Jun 22, 2017 A storm system heading for Tucson means temperatures could get back to normal.
The highest temperature ever recorded in Tucson was 117 degrees, in 1990.

Tucson Breaks Another Daily Heat Record, at 115

Jun 21, 2017 Three days of recording-tying or record-breaking heat, National Weather Service reports.
Crews battle the Encino Fire, which started on the evening of June 20, 3017 near the town of Sonoita.

Fire Burns Buildings in Sonoita, Prompts Evacuations

Jun 21, 2017 The Encino Fire has burned 1,300 acres and eight buildings, according to fire officials.

Tucson Heat Wave: One Record Tied, One Broken

Jun 20, 2017 'Significant weather advisory' issued for blowing dust in NE Pima County.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Ozone Warning Issued as Temperatures Set to Exceed 110 Degrees

Jun 19, 2017 The weather system that is bringing the heat also prevents pollutants from leaving the air.
Lion cubs relax at the Reid Park Zoo.

Reid Park Zoo Closing Early This Week Due To Soaring Temperatures

Jun 19, 2017 The zoo wants to focus on caring for the animals throughout high-heat days, to resume normal hours Saturday.

Heat and Ozone Levels Forecast to Rise in Tucson

Jun 14, 2017 Air pollutant could be at elevated levels through Friday; hot temperatures will last through the weekend.
A hiking trail on Tucson's far east side.

As Heat Returns, Officials Urge Safety

Jun 6, 2017 Normal summer weather patterns in Southern Arizona can be fatal.
Saguaro National Park, Tucson Mountain Division

Heat May Have Killed Illinois Man West of Tucson

May 31, 2017 34-year-old's body found on hiking trail in Saguaro National Park West.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Cooling Stations Offer Urban Respite from Summer Heat

May 29, 2017 The sun can be deadly, but help is available in Tucson.
Clouds build up over the Catalina Mountains.

This Year's Monsoon Forecast: 'Clearly Mixed Signals'

May 24, 2017 Equal chance of above-normal and below-normal rain; higher temperatures expected.

Electricity Restored to Tohono O'odham Nation after 2 Days

May 11, 2017 Weather-related outage started Monday evening; power was restored Wednesday evening.
Photo of the Mulberry Fire taken the afternoon of Saturday, May 6, shortly after the wildfire started.

Mulberry Fire Slows After Burning 1,755 acres

May 8, 2017 Fire started Saturday; authorities say it is human caused.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Hot Spring: Tucson Hits 100 Degrees Earlier Than Normal

May 4, 2017 Meteorologist say Thursday reading makes it 7th earliest date to reach century mark.
A monsoon downpour floods an intersection on Tucson's east side.

Study: Extreme Weather Hits Tucson More than Other Western Cities

Apr 26, 2017 Researchers say people should stay informed, modify behavior and take out insurance.

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