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Arizona Storm: 60 MPH Winds, Hail Threaten South
17 Jun
Summary
- Severe thunderstorm warning active for Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties.
- Winds up to 60 mph and hail up to 1 inch in diameter are expected.
- Residents are urged to seek shelter and stay away from windows.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued on the afternoon of Wednesday, June 17, for parts of southeastern Arizona, specifically Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties. The National Weather Service in Tucson issued the alert, which was in effect until 3:15 p.m. MST.
The storm, detected near Whetstone and moving southeast at approximately 10 mph, poses significant threats. Meteorologists anticipate wind gusts reaching 60 mph and hail with diameters up to 1 inch. These conditions are expected to cause damage to vehicles, roofs, and trees. Impacted areas include Whetstone, Huachuca City, Elgin, and Fort Huachuca, with specific highway sections between mile markers on Routes 90, 82, and 83 also affected.
Residents in the affected zones are strongly advised to seek shelter within a sturdy structure and to stay clear of windows due to the potential for damaging winds and hail. The warning period for this specific storm concluded at 3:15 p.m. MST on June 17. Thunderstorms are a common occurrence in Arizona, particularly during the monsoon season which runs from June 15 to September 30.
