Across Phoenix, coverage here takes in weather conditions, natural disasters, and the safety and recovery surrounding major events. Reporting follows emergency declarations, active responses and long-term recovery plans.
The Arizona Humane Society transferred dogs and cats from a flood-damaged White Mountains shelter to its Phoenix campus.
Live Poll
Would you adopt a pet or volunteer to help a flood-hit shelter in your area?
Live Poll
Do you think extreme weather is getting worse in your area?
Rain on Saturday marked the first measurable Halloween rainfall in Phoenix since 1987, amid flooding and power outages across the metro area.
A Phoenix man was pulled from a six-foot sinkhole in his backyard after first responders were called Sunday afternoon.
Live Poll
Do you feel adequately prepared for sudden severe weather events in your local community?
A strong outflow boundary pushed through the region, reducing visibility to zero on several major highways.
Live Poll
Do you have an emergency plan ready for flooding or severe wind in your area?
Forecasters expect the Phoenix area to return to near-normal lower-80s temperatures over the weekend of November 7, 2026.
Live Poll
Do you trust that emergency drills held in your area effectively improve community safety?
Phoenix airport staff and local emergency teams perform a full-scale exercise to test airport safety procedures.
Coverage takes in temperature extremes, wildfire risks, flood management and the infrastructure designed to withstand environmental events. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Heat events require unique planning and resources compared to sudden disasters like floods or fire. Long-term drought trends and utility stability remain central to the way the city plans for the future.
