Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 16 at 5:43PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 16, 2026 - 5:43pm
Expires:
September 16, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 543 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Mohawk, or 41 miles east of Fortuna Foothills, moving north at 15
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...
Mohawk.
This includes AZ Interstate 8 between mile markers 49 and 64.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Gila River Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov