Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued October 21 at 12:12AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 21, 2026 - 12:12am
Expires:
October 21, 2026 - 12:30am
Description:
At 1212 AM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles north of New River, moving north at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
New River and Cave Creek.
Instruction:
Monitor the weather situation closely and be alert for threatening
weather conditions.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Persons in campgrounds should consider seeking sturdy shelter until
this storm passes.
Area Description:
Cave Creek/New River; New River Mesa
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov