Dust Storm — Chinle Valley, Arizona

2012-04-26 · Chinle Valley, Arizona

Event narrative

Blowing dust and sand reduced the visibility to near zero along Highway 191 from Chinle to Many Farms. The wind was sustained at about 30 MPH range gusting into the 50 MPH range.

Wider weather episode

A late season low pressure system moved across Arizona numerous showers, strong winds, and blowing dust.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 375865. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.