Wind Advisory: Gusts Up To 50 MPH Expected Sunday Across Valley

A Wind Advisory has been issued for a large portion of south-central Arizona, including the Aguila Valley, Northwest Valley, Tonopah Desert, Gila Bend, Buckeye/Avondale, Cave Creek/New River, Deer Valley, Central Phoenix, North Phoenix/Glendale, New River Mesa, Scottsdale/Paradise Valley, Rio Verde/Salt River, East Valley, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, South Mountain/Ahwatukee, Southeast Valley/Queen Creek, Superior, Northwest Pinal County, West Pinal County, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Tonto Basin, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Sonoran Desert National Monument, San Carlos, Dripping Springs, Globe/Miami, and Southeast Gila County.

The National Weather Service in Phoenix advises residents to prepare for south winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts potentially reaching up to 50 mph. These conditions are expected to begin at 8 AM MST on Sunday, October 11, and will last until 5 PM MST.

Driving will be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and light, unsecured objects could become airborne. Strong winds in desert areas may also reduce visibility to less than a mile due to blowing dust or sand. Use extra caution when traveling and secure any outdoor items that could be moved by strong winds.