SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING: Pima, Pinal Counties Until 7:45 PM MST
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for northeastern Pima County and southeastern Pinal County until 7:45 PM MST, with immediate action required to seek shelter due to 60 mph winds and small hail.
Residents in northeastern Pima County and southeastern Pinal County are advised to seek immediate shelter due to a Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued by the National Weather Service in Tucson. The warning is in effect until 7:45 PM MST tonight, October 10.
As of 6:58 PM MST, severe thunderstorms were detected along a line extending from 9 miles southwest of Avra Valley to 6 miles south of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, moving northeast at 35 mph. The primary hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and small hail. Impacts are expected to include damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
Affected locations include Tucson, Catalina, Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and surrounding communities. Major highways impacted are portions of I-19, Route 79, Route 86, Route 77, and I-10.
Actionable Information: Seek shelter immediately inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. These storms are capable of producing damaging winds that may precede any rain or lightning. Do not wait for thunder to take cover.
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