The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County at 7:59 PM MST on August 10, effective until 8:15 PM MST. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located 16 miles north of Ajo and moving northwest at 20 mph, with radar-indicated hazards including 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
The storm is expected to remain over mainly rural areas of Maricopa County. Hail damage to vehicles is anticipated, along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. 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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