Thunderstorm Wind — Pima, Arizona

1995-08-11 · near Tucson, Pima, Arizona

Event narrative

A series of strong thunderstorms moving through Tucson brought widespread damage. Many power poles were knocked over with roofs torn off some buildings. As much as four inches of rain accompanied these storms. Some areas received three-quarters inch hail. Washes in the area were running near bank full. One woman attempting to drive through a wash was swept to her death. F43VE

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 10316270. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.