The National Weather Service issued a Dust Advisory for La Paz, Maricopa, and Yuma counties at 9:30 PM MST on July 12, effective until 10:00 PM MST. A wall of dust was moving northwest at 20 mph from near Wickenburg Ranch through areas south of Aguila and northwest of Sundad, bringing visibility below three miles and winds exceeding 30 mph.
The advisory impacts Interstate 10 between mile markers 50 and 79, and US Highway 60 between mile markers 63 and 115. Affected communities include Wickenburg, Aguila, Gladden, Wenden, and Salome. Drivers should avoid the dust if possible; if caught in dense blowing dust, pull off the road, turn off lights, and keep your foot off the brake.
Source: National Weather Service.
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