Yuma County, Arizona
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1957 and 2025, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
12
Tornado reports
22
Hail reports
72
Floods since 1996
401
All events
0
Deaths
$21.9M
Property damage
Tornado paths in Yuma County
The part of each tornado’s path NOAA recorded in this county, 12 in all. Zoom in and the paths widen to their surveyed width.
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NOAA's storm database records tornadoes back to 1950 and hail and thunderstorm wind back to 1955, but floods only from 1996 on. Older floods are missing here. For those, the U.S. Geological Survey's stream gauge records and flood reports are the place to look.
Most significant events
The strongest tornadoes, deadliest events and biggest damage here, up to 50.
Zero visibility reported in rain along with gusty winds estimated at up to 80 mph. Damage was reported to homes and businesses with numerous trees uprooted. A huge pine tree fell on a house at the corner of 8th Avenue and 10th Street. Entire carports were torn from their foundati…
As reported in the Yuma Sun, the Garden Landscaping Company at 830 South Orange Avenue was mostly destroyed by thunderstorm microburst winds, estimated to be near 75 knots. Damage was also reported at the O.G. RV Resort. The Yuma High School and Kofa High School sustained conside…
Numerous trees and as many as 11 power poles reported down due to strong winds. Peak gusts to 84 mph were recorded at the Yuma airport. Arizona Public Service reported about 9,600 people were left without power Sunday morning. Yuma Police responded to more than 120 emergency call…
The second severe thunderstorm to hit the Yuma area over the Labor Day weekend affected the southeast and east sections. The strong microburst winds destroyed at least three metal warehouses and blew down power lines. As many as 10 recreational vehicles were damaged at an RV reso…
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Reports of Aberdeen Rd. being impassable. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Social media video shows Fortuna Wash in Fortuna Foothills with quick flowing water. No damages or injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 59 peak wind gust measured at the TT823 Mohawk Dunes RAWS.
Flood Flood
An SUV travelling eastbound on I-8 veered off the road, possibly due to hydroplaning, and landed upside down in a flowing wash. The two occupants were able to escape the vehicle unharmed. Timing estimated from radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 58 mph peak gust measured at the Mohawk Dunes RAWS station.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 58 mph peak wind gust measured at the Bakers Tank RAWS station.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Highway 95 shut down near Rifle Range Road north of Fortuna Hills due to a downed power line. Wind gusts were estimated at 55-60 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed power lines on Avenue 7E north of Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at 55-60mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 66 mph peak gust measured at Yuma International Airport.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed powerline near the area of South 4th Avenue and East County 14th Street in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Adair Park Road north of Yuma washed out and damaged due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed powerline near the area of west 17th street and South 3rd Avenue in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed trees at the Camelot Apartments Complex in Yuma, causing damage to car ports and vehicles. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed powerlines along Avenue A near 3rd St and 5th St in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed light pole at the Dennys located along E 16th street near I-8 in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Large tree fell on two vehicles along South Madison Avenue in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated at around 65 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
South Arizona Avenue between 24th and 32nd street in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Fourth Avenue south of 24th street in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Avenue A south of 16th St in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
First Ave south of 16th St in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Sixteenth St and Avenue B in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Eighth Ave and Catalina Drive in Yuma closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar. No damages or injuries reported.
Flood Flood
County 8th St at the Gila River crossing closed. Start and end times of the flooding estimated based on the downstream USGS gauge going above and then below action stage. No damages or injuries reported.
Flood Flood
Avenue 29E at the Gila River crossing closed. Start and end times of the flooding estimated based on the downstream USGS gauge going above and then below action stage. No damages or injuries reported.
Flood Flood
Avenue 27E at the Gila River crossing closed. Start and end times of the flooding estimated based on the downstream USGS gauge going above and then below action stage. No damages or injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Chunk of Ridgeview Drive near South 14th Avenue eroded away. No injuries were reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A couple of large trees uprooted at the Yuma Palms Regional Center Shopping Center in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated upwards of 65 mph. No injuries reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Large tree fell and damaged the roof of a home located in the area of 16th street and Pendergast Avenue in Yuma. Wind gusts were estimated upwards of 65 mph. No injuries were reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Imperial Dam Road between the Walker and Howard Gates at the Yuma Proving Ground Naval Base was closed for several days due to major road erosion from flash flooding. Flood timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Portions of Barranca, Aberdeen, and Imperial Dam Roads impassable due to flooding, mud, and debris. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries reported.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Araby Road near I-8 was closed due to flash flooding. Timing was estimated from radar.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Report of 1.90 inches of rain within an hour, resulting in flash flooding in the Tacna area. Multiple washes were reported flowing across Old Highway 80.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
County 11th Street between Avenue 28 E and Avenue 27 E was closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Mountain View Avenue between Dome Street and Avenue 29 E closed due to flooding. Timing estimated from radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power lines down along Avenue 29 E at County 9th Street, County 13th Street, and County 14 Street. Timing estimated from radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Semi blown over on I-8 near Tacna. Timing estimated from radar and reports.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were reported down at Immaculate Conception along Avenue B. No injuries were reported. Timing estimated from radar.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Downed power poles and power lines across I-8 between Fortuna Rd and Foothills Blvd. Wind gusts were estimated upwards of 55-60 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries were reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Three power poles snapped along Ave 5E between County 13th St and 14 St. Winds were estimated upwards of 55-60 mph. Timing estimated from radar. No injuries were reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A Yuma Proving Ground Mesonet site west of US Highway 95 measured a 61 mph wind gust.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Flood Flood
Avenue A by 28th Street was closed due to a storm drain shooting water up and causing the road to flood. No damages or injuries were reported.
Flood Flood
East County 13th street was flooded at the intersection with Fortuna Wash due to water flowing along the wash. No damages or injuries were reported.
Flood Flood
Union Pacific railroad crossing was closed on Fortuna Rd between Highway 95 and 24th St due to flooding and erosion. No damages or injuries were reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Power pole snapped and multiple power lines down along N Avenue 64 E in Dateland. Winds were estimated at between 75-85 mph. No injuries were reported.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 37 | 0 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 |
| 2023 | 32 | 0 |
| 2022 | 42 | 0 |
| 2021 | 10 | 0 |
| 2020 | 15 | 0 |
| 2019 | 15 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 1 |
| 2017 | 9 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 | 6 | 0 |
| 2014 | 8 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 9 | 0 |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 |
| 2010 | 14 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6 | 0 |
| 2008 | 8 | 0 |
| 2007 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 | 10 | 1 |
| 2005 | 11 | 0 |
| 2004 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 | 0 |
| 1999 | 7 | 0 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1997 | 16 | 0 |
| 1996 | 9 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 3 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 |
| 1992 | 7 | 0 |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 |
| 1990 | 7 | 0 |
| 1989 | 2 | 0 |
| 1988 | 2 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 | 2 |
| 1986 | 4 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 | 0 |
| 1983 | 4 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 |
| 1981 | 3 | 0 |
| 1980 | 4 | 0 |
| 1979 | 3 | 1 |
| 1978 | 3 | 2 |
| 1977 | 2 | 0 |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | 2 | 0 |
| 1972 | 4 | 2 |
| 1969 | 1 | 0 |
| 1966 | 1 | 1 |
| 1965 | 1 | 0 |
| 1964 | 1 | 0 |
| 1963 | 1 | 0 |
| 1959 | 4 | 1 |
| 1957 | 1 | 0 |
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