Hail — Cochise, Arizona

2025-09-25 · near Bowie, Cochise, Arizona

Event narrative

Report of nickel sized hail (0.88 inch in diameter) with an observed wind gust of 51 mph nearby report.

Wider weather episode

Severe thunderstorms moved across Southeastern Arizona causing strong winds, hail ranging from 0.75 to 1.0 inches in diameter, and locally heavy rainfall that led to flash flooding. A swift water rescue occurred near Tombstone involving 5 individuals with no injuries. Additionally, an estimated 8 to 12 inches of water flowed underneath the Bowie underpass roadway shown on webcam.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1295533. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.