Excessive heat expected in coming days

Tucson’s summer is about to kick into full gear, with temperatures gradually increasing and surpassing 110 degrees this weekend, topping out at a predicted high of 114 degrees on Sunday.

The National Weather Service is putting the Tucson area under an Excessive Heat Watch from Friday morning through Monday night.

Now, more than ever, it’s important to protect yourself from the heat. In the video linked below, watch Tucson Fire Department Battalion Chief Barrett Baker give tips on how to keep yourself cool this summer.
Watch the video on Twitter. 

National Weather Service 7-day forecast   https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=32.22177000000005&lon=-110.96976999999998#.XwY-ESj0k2z