The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Gila, Maricopa, and Pinal counties on August 9 at 4:35 PM MST. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located near Miami, approximately 10 miles west of Globe, and was nearly stationary. The warning remains in effect until 5:15 PM MST.
The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail, with potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Affected locations include Globe, Miami, Top of the World, Central Heights-Midland City, Claypool, and Inspiration, along with US Highway 60 between mile markers 230 and 248, and AZ Route 188 between mile markers 214 and 222 and 224 and 235. Residents are advised to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately.
Source: National Weather Service.
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