(Excessive heat returns this week)…The National Weather Service issued a statement Monday morning.

They say temperatures this week will range between ii3 and 118 degrees. That includes almost all of Arizona and all of southeastern California. Temperatures in the mountain areas are also expected to surpass 100 degrees. An excessive heat watch is in effect for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The National Weather Service say there will be a very high heat risk this week. Expect extremely hot conditions, at or near record breaking levels, with dangerously high temperatures. Check city websites for the location of a Cool Station nearby.