The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern La Paz County and Maricopa County, effective at 10:36 PM MST on August 9. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located 10 miles west of Tonopah and moving west at 15 mph. The warning remains in effect until 11:15 PM MST.
The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail, with potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees. The warning affects mainly rural areas, including Arizona Interstate 10 between mile markers 66 and 93. The National Weather Service advises residents to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection.
Source: National Weather Service.
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