Headline:
Tornado Warning issued August 3 at 9:23PM MST until August 3 at 9:45PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 3, 2026 - 9:23pm
Expires:
August 3, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description:
At 923 PM MST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Topawa, moving west at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
This tornado will be near...
Topawa around 925 PM MST.
Other locations impacted by the tornado include Vamori, Cowlic and
Itak.
Instruction:
Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built building
away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a
vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself
from flying debris.
Tornadoes are difficult to observe at night. Take cover now!
Area Description:
Pima, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Tucson AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov