Dust Advisory Issued for Maricopa, Pinal Counties; Hazardous Travel Expected
A Dust Advisory has been issued for Maricopa and Pinal Counties until 1:45 PM MST today, October 4, 2026, with hazardous travel conditions and reduced visibility expected along SR-347.
A Dust Advisory has been issued for Maricopa and Pinal Counties in Arizona until 1:45 PM MST today, October 4, 2026. Hazardous travel conditions are expected due to reduced visibility.
The National Weather Service in Phoenix reported at 11:51 AM MST that a dust channel was located along SR-347 between Riggs Road and Cement Plant Road, and was stationary. Visibility is less than one mile in affected areas.
Mainly rural areas of Maricopa and Pinal Counties are impacted, specifically including AZ Route 347 between mile markers 181 and 185.
If driving, avoid blowing dust if possible. If caught in dense blowing dust, pull off the road, turn off your lights, and keep your foot off the brake. The advisory is effective immediately and expires at 1:45 PM MST.
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