Tucson Under Siege: 60 MPH Winds, Hail Rattle Arizona

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Tucson on Monday, August 10th, affecting Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz counties. The warning, in effect until 4 p.m. MST, alerted residents to potentially dangerous conditions including winds as strong as 60 mph and hail measuring up to one inch in diameter.

Meteorologists identified a severe thunderstorm located northwest of Patagonia, moving northwest at 30 mph. The storm poses a significant hazard, with impacts expected to include damage to vehicles, roofs, siding, and trees. Areas impacted include Sahuarita, Green Valley, Patagonia, Fort Huachuca, and many others. Residents were strongly advised to seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for safety.