The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County on August 23 at 5:05 PM MST, expiring at 5:30 PM MST. At the time of issuance, the storm was located 10 miles southeast of Aguila, or 18 miles southwest of Wickenburg, and was nearly stationary. Radar indicated wind gusts of 60 mph.
The storm is expected to remain over mainly rural areas of Maricopa County, including US Highway 60 between mile markers 87 and 98. 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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