Tropical Storm Bud Likely to End Area's Dry Streak of 100+ Days
The storm is traveling up the Gulf of California, and outer bands are expected to bring rain in the coming days.
State Launches Dust Storm Safety Campaign
The campaign asks drivers to "pull aside, stay alive."
Ducey Warns of High Wildfire Danger in Arizona This Summer
The Arizona governor said the federal government needs to step up fire prevention to lessen need for firefighting.
Drought Drives Critical Summer Wildfire Forecast
Forestry officials are trying to get out in front of dry conditions brought on by dry conditions and other factors.
100 Years of Stories: Arizona Centenarians
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Do You Tan or Burn? What Genes Say About Your Skin in the Sun
A genetic study could help predict who gets skin cancer, made more likely by severe childhood sunburns.
Weather Extremes Are Part of Tucson Spring
Snow on Mt Lemmon, 100 degrees in Tucson, in the same week
Fire Starts on Mount Lemmon
Smoke from the "Bug" Fire was visible from Tucson Monday.
Hot Summer Could Mean Strong Monsoon
Hotter-than-normal June expected to usher in average or above-average rain season.
Dry Weather Pushing Tucson Area to Peak Wildfire Season
Lack of moisture, high temperatures and windy days make for prime fire conditions.
Dry, Hot Winter Ending, Southwest Faces Dry, Hot Spring
Continued arid conditions forecasted by NOAA for the entire Southern Arizona, increasing fire risk.
Fire Forecast Sparks 'Extreme Concern' for Managers
Predicted conditions, comparable to record fire seasons, saw officials move preparations earlier in the year.
Weather Service: Rainy Spell Not Sufficient to End Drought
Wet and humid week may push back some wildfire activity.
Fire in Dragoon Mountains Burns 3,000 Acres
Overnight evacuation ordered Saturday due to the Knob Hill fire.
Global Temperatures in 2017 Rank in Top 3 on Record
The desert Southwest experienced its warmest readings ever.
