The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Gila, Maricopa, and Pinal counties at 8:53 PM MST on August 19. A severe thunderstorm was located near Apache Lake, approximately 13 miles northeast of Gold Canyon, and moving west at 20 mph. The warning remains in effect until 9:30 PM MST.
The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail, with expected damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Affected locations include Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Lost Dutchman State Park, and surrounding areas. The National Weather Service advises residents to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building immediately. Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous lightning are occurring with this storm.
Source: National Weather Service
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