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Metro Phoenix narrowly avoided a record-breaking heatwave, with temperatures soaring to 109 degrees on May 11th, just shy of the 1934 record of 110 degrees. A heat warning was in effect until the evening of May 12th, prompting residents to exercise caution. While meteorologists deemed it short of record-breaking, it was still intense, with temperatures expected to drop to 98 degrees by Thursday. City officials closed popular hiking trails like Camelback Mountain, Piestewa Peak, and South Mountain from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 12th to mitigate heat risks. Fire crews emphasized the importance of these closures to protect hikers and rescuers, as the sudden spike in temperatures posed significant challenges for outdoor activities and daily routines. The Salvation Army opened ten cooling stations across Phoenix, Mesa, and Glendale from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 11th and 12th, offering relief and water to both humans and pets. As the heat subsides, stay vigilant and utilize warning maps and cool spot resources to stay safe and informed.

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