Monsoon Storms Hit Arizona with Dust, Rain, and Damage
TL;DR
A large haboob, a type of intense dust storm caused by strong winds from thunderstorms, swept through central Arizona, notably affecting Phoenix with reduced visibility, power outages, and flight disruptions. These storms are common in dry regions and can be dangerous, causing traffic fatalities and posing risks despite their typically brief duration.
- A haboob covered central Arizona in dust. But what exactly is it? NPR
- Haboob and severe storms slam Phoenix, causing damage, airport delays and power outages CNN
- Monsoon causes Sky Harbor damage, downed trees in Tempe, flood concerns around Yuma AZFamily
- Valley starts drying out after wild night of monsoon weather KTAR News 92.3 FM
- PHOTOS: Monsoon 2025 brings massive dust storm, heavy rain to the Valley ABC15 Arizona
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