Metro Week

Season 4, Episode 25 of 25

Heat Wrap-up: AZPM’s Zac Ziegler gives an update on our record-breaking temperatures this week. What records broke? Heat Effects: What happens to the body and brain in the heat? We revisit an Arizona Illustrated story on the physical effects of heat. Outside Workers: The city is closing the zoo early every day this week, altering schedules for its road crews, cautioning parks workers to stay in the shade. We interview Eric Ross, a transportation department supervisor, about the changes to keep outdoor workers safe in the hottest week of the year. Pima Budget: The $1.2 billion Pima County budget includes changes to how it pays for road work. Pima County Supervisor Ramón Valadez explains. Ramadan: We visit the home of a Tucson family observing Ramadan, the holy month in Islam, as the Ahmeds end their day-long fast with family and friends.

Previously Aired

Day
Time
Channel
6/23/2017
6:30 p.m.
6/23/2017
11 p.m.
6/24/2017
6/24/2017
7 p.m.
6/25/2017
10:30 a.m.
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