Thunderstorm Wind — Yuma, Arizona

2010-08-26 · near Crane, Yuma, Arizona

Event narrative

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 foundations. A roof on a home in the 1100 block of Appaloose Lane was completely torn off of its rafters. The ceramic tiles on the top of the entrance to El Charro Cafe, 601 West 8th Street, were severely damaged. The roof of a self-serve car wash collapsed. There were several reports of car windshields broken due to flying debris. At the old Foxworth Galbraith hardward store, entire structures collapsed and lay mangled on the ground where the outdoor lumber sdection had been.

Wider weather episode

Severe thunderstorms moved across parts of the city of Yuma, with damaging winds, large hail, and low visibilities due to heavy rain.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 250958. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.