The National Weather Service issued a dust advisory for Maricopa and Pinal counties on June 17 at 5:38 p.m. MST. The advisory was set to expire at 5:46 p.m. MST the same day. Dense blowing dust that prompted the alert has dissipated, though hazy conditions are expected to continue in the area.
Residents should expect lingering haze and areas of blowing dust that may make travel difficult through the advisory's expiration. Drivers are advised to exercise caution and reduce speed if visibility becomes limited. The advisory covers both Maricopa and Pinal counties.
Source: National Weather Service.
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