Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 9 at 2:44PM MDT until July 14 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 1:44pm
Expires:
July 10, 2026 - 2:30am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with prolonged afternoon
temperatures in the 100 to 106 range this weekend into early next
week. Warm night time temperatures will bring little to no relief
overnight.
* WHERE...In Colorado, Central Yampa River Basin, Lower Yampa River
Basin, Debeque to Silt Corridor, and Grand Valley. In Utah,
Arches/Grand Flat and Eastern Uinta Basin.
* WHEN...From noon Saturday to midnight MDT Monday Night.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Near record temperatures are possible
especially Sunday into Monday during the peak of this event.
Instruction:
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.
Area Description:
Lower Yampa River Basin; Central Yampa River Basin; Grand Valley; Debeque to Silt Corridor; Eastern Uinta Basin; Arches/Grand Flat
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender: