Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 3:48PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 3:48pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
At 348 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 22
miles southeast of Kofa Wildlife Refuge, or 41 miles northeast of
Martinez Lake, moving north at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Kofa Wildlife Refuge and Palm Canyon.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Kofa; Central La Paz; Gila River Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov