High Wind — Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County, Arizona
2023-01-15 · Little Colorado River Valley in Apache County, Arizona
65 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
The Springerville Airport reported sustained winds of 40 MPH and/or gusts over 58 MPH between 150 AM and 740 AM. The peak wind gust was 75 MPH at 455 AM and the maximum sustain wind was 56 MPH at the same time.
Wider weather episode
A strong trough of low pressure moving across northern Arizona produce heavy snow, strong winds, and lower elevation flooding due to heavy rain.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1074720. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.