The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Maricopa County on September 15 at 5:54 PM MST. At the time of issuance, a severe thunderstorm was located over Gila Bend and moving north at 10 mph. The warning remains in effect until 6:30 PM MST.
The storm is expected to produce 60 mph wind gusts, with potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Affected areas include Gila Bend, Gila Bend Auxiliary Field, and Bosque, along with portions of Interstate 8 between mile markers 111 and 122, Arizona Route 238 between mile markers 1 and 6, and Arizona Route 85 between mile markers 1 and 5 and between mile markers 119 and 130. 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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