Thunderstorm Wind — Maricopa, Arizona

2002-07-14 · near Phoenix, Maricopa, Arizona

Event narrative

Microburst winds heavily damaged the Arizona Public Service power sub-station at 7th Ave and Thomas. Widespread damage was reported across the greater Phoenix metropolitan area caused by the storm's high winds and heavy rainfall with up to 2 inches in 90 minutes. Utility companies reported that 22 power poles were downed, leaving at least 47,000 homes and businesses without power electricity for many hours. Homes in Scottsdale and Ahwatukee were struck by lightning and set on fire.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5303691. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.