* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon temperatures up to 114 degrees. Local major Heat Risk.
* WHERE...The entire Phoenix metropolitan area.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 8 PM MST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In Maricopa County, call 2-1-1 to find a free cooling center, transportation, water, and more. http://www.maricopa.gov/heat