The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa and Pinal counties effective at 7:28 PM MST on August 30, expiring at 8:15 PM MST. At issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located near Big Horn, approximately 22 miles southeast of Gila Bend, moving north at 15 mph. The storm threatens Estrella, Sonoran National Monument, Freeman, and Big Horn, along with Interstate 8 between mile markers 127 and 149 and Arizona Route 238 between mile markers 10 and 24.
The primary hazards are 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail, with hail damage to vehicles expected and wind damage likely to roofs, siding, and trees. Torrential rainfall may cause flash flooding. Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection and avoid driving through flooded roadways.
Source: National Weather Service.
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