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If you live in Arizona year-round, there’s one thing for certain: You cannot escape the summer heat.
Sometimes, we can’t even escape summer-like temperatures in March.
But, during Heat Awareness Week (May 4-8), ahead of the brunt of summer, we want to remind motorists to make sure their vehicles are prepared to handle extreme weather conditions.
PHOENIX – Temperatures are rapidly rising and schools are letting out, which means summer is here. And since summers in Arizona get really hot, the Arizona Department of Transportation wants to remind drivers to protect themselves and their vehicles this summer.
Governor Doug Ducey has proclaimed this week, May 23 - 27, as Heat Awareness Week. And for those traveling in and around Arizona this summer, ADOT has compiled some safety tips to help make sure you are prepared for soaring summer temperatures.
Driving in hot Arizona temps? We have some tips for you.
As warm, dry weather settles into our state, the Arizona Department of Transportation is urging drivers to use extra care with their vehicles to reduce the chance of igniting a wildfire.
Motorists should take preventative measures to reduce the risk that a spark from a vehicle or trailer doesn’t result in dry vegetation catching fire. A few tips include: