The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County on July 15 at 7:34 p.m. MST. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located 11 miles south of Sentinel, or 28 miles northwest of Ajo, and was nearly stationary. The warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. MST.
The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail, with potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Torrential rainfall may lead to flash flooding. Residents should move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection and avoid driving through flooded roadways. The storm is expected to remain over mainly rural areas of Maricopa County, including Interstate 8 between mile markers 82 and 90.
Source: National Weather Service.
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