The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County effective at 9:57 PM MST on August 30, expiring at 10:45 PM MST. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of New River and moving northeast at 20 mph. The warning affects Phoenix, Scottsdale, New River, Cave Creek, Carefree, Deer Valley Airport, Desert Mountain, and Anthem, along with portions of Interstate 17, Route 51, and Route 101.
The storm poses hazards of 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail. Hail damage to vehicles is expected, along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. The National Weather Service advises residents to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for protection.
Source: National Weather Service.
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