The National Weather Service issued a Dust Advisory for Maricopa and Pinal counties effective at 6:45 PM MST on July 8, expiring at 7:45 PM MST. A wall of dust was moving west at 15 mph from San Tan Mountain Park to Randolph, with visibility reduced to less than three miles and winds exceeding 40 mph. The advisory impacts Interstate 10 between mile markers 173 and 204, Interstate 8 between mile markers 170 and 178, and Arizona Route 87 between mile markers 124 and 156.
Affected areas include Casa Grande, Coolidge, Queen Creek, Arizona City, San Tan Valley, and surrounding communities. Drivers should avoid blowing dust if possible. If caught in dense dust, pull off the road, turn off your lights, and keep your foot off the brake to prevent hazardous travel conditions.
Source: National Weather Service.
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