Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 19 at 3:24PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 19, 2026 - 3:24pm
Expires:
August 19, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 324 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles south of Bull Butte, or 36 miles northeast of Globe, moving
southwest at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of Gila County.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM MST for
east central Arizona.
Area Description:
Southeast Gila County
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov