Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 23 at 4:33PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 23, 2026 - 4:33pm
Expires:
September 23, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 433 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a few strong thunderstorms
extending from 15 miles north of New River to 15 miles northeast of
Morristown, or extending from 15 miles north of New River to 16 miles
northeast of Circle City, moving south at 10 mph, and with a strong
outflow boundary pushing south.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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...
New River, Cave Creek, Anthem and Seven Springs.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
If on or near Lake Pleasant, get out of the water and move indoors or
inside a vehicle. Remember, lightning can strike out to 10 miles from
the parent thunderstorm. If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to be struck by lightning. Move to safe shelter now! Do not be
caught on the water in a thunderstorm.
Area Description:
Northwest Valley; Cave Creek/New River; New River Mesa
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov