The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County until 9 p.m. MST on August 30. At 8:34 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Painted Rock Dam, approximately 18 miles north of Gila Bend, moving northeast at 10 mph. The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail.
Areas affected include Painted Rock Dam, Hassayampa, and Arlington, as well as Arizona Route 85 between mile markers 134 and 147. 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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