High Wind — Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Highway 264, Arizona

2013-04-08 · Northeast Plateaus and Mesas South of Highway 264, Arizona

Event narrative

The Co-Op observer at Petrified Forest National Park reported a peak wind gust of 67 MPH within 10 miles of the edge of AZ-Z040.

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure and associated cold front moved across the Southwest and brought strong winds and blowing dust to much of northern Arizona.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 458759. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.