The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa and Pinal counties on August 9 at 7:50 PM MST. A cluster of strong to severe thunderstorms was located 9 miles northeast of Kaka, moving northwest at 10 mph, with 60 mph wind gusts expected.
The warning remains in effect until 8:45 PM MST. Affected areas include Freeman, Kaka, and Big Horn, as well as Interstate 8 between mile markers 136 and 164. Residents should expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. The National Weather Service advises moving to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection.
Source: National Weather Service.
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