Skeleton saguaro stands tall in the sun

This saguaro might be down to skeleton status, but it’s still standing tall and soaking up the sun. Photo by Doug Kreutz, Arizona Daily Star.

Very hot temperatures have returned to the area to close out the week, with an Excessive Heat Warning going into effect Thursday through Friday.

While there's a chance of storm activity this afternoon, any thunderstorms are likely to develop over higher terrain.

High: 107

Low: 80


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