Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 3:19PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 3:19pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 3:45pm
Description:
At 319 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 15
miles southeast of Vicksburg Junction, or 39 miles west of Tonopah,
moving northeast at 10 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
County.
This includes the following highways...
AZ Interstate 10 between mile markers 49 and 65.
US Highway 60 near mile marker 50.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Central La Paz
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov