FIRST ALERT FORECAST: More hot temps coming with a potential chance at rain for the weekend
More hot temps causing a heat warning to be extended, and potential chances of weekend showers are coming for the area
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A strong and persistent high pressure system will continue to predominate through the week, resulting in near record temperatures each day.
An Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect across the area with most places seeing widespread Major to Extreme heat risk.
Thunderstorm chances will mainly favor the higher terrain areas today, but strong outflows capable of generating blowing dust will be possible across the lower elevations later this afternoon and evening.