Wind Advisory Issued: Gusts Up to 50 MPH Expected Through Sunday
A Wind Advisory is in effect for south-central Arizona from Sunday 8 AM to 5 PM MST, with gusts up to 50 mph expected, impacting driving conditions and visibility.
A Wind Advisory has been issued for numerous communities in south-central Arizona, with south winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph expected. This advisory is in effect from 8 AM to 5 PM MST on Sunday, October 11th, and was issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Phoenix AZ.
Affected areas include 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.
Drivers should anticipate difficult conditions, especially for larger vehicles or those with high profiles, due to strong crosswinds. Unsecured outdoor objects may become airborne. Additionally, strong winds in desert areas could reduce visibility due to blowing dust or sand. The NWS advises using extra caution while traveling.
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