Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 2:54PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 2:54pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 3:30pm
Description:
At 254 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 23
miles southeast of Kofa Wildlife Refuge, or 44 miles west of Tonopah,
moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 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 east central La Paz
and northeastern Yuma Counties.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Kofa; Central La Paz
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov