Headline:
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 9 at 9:41PM MDT until July 14 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Extreme Heat Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 9, 2026 - 8:41pm
Expires:
July 11, 2026 - 1:00pm
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: