A Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued at 9:23 PM MST on August 19 for Maricopa and Pinal counties has expired. The storm that prompted the warning weakened below severe limits and exited the warned area, according to the National Weather Service.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 11 PM MST for south central, southeastern, and east central Arizona. Residents in the watch area should monitor weather conditions and be prepared for potential severe weather.

Source: National Weather Service.

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