Storm clean-up is underway at Oro Valley to clear roads and public spaces of debris and storm damage. Oro Valley plans to complete cleaning operations in 2 weeks.
Even Southwestern desert residents accustomed to scorching summers are feeling the grip of an extreme heat wave smacking Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico and Southern California this week with 100-degree-plus temps and excessive heat warnings.
With a chance for rain in the forecast this week, it is a good reminder that the first big monsoon storm could be getting closer. And before that happens, local officials are reminding people to stay away from washes that can quickly fill up with rapidly flowing water.