Dust Storm in C Maricopa, Arizona

Dust Storm May 16, 2006 · C Maricopa, Arizona

What the National Weather Service wrote

Strong thunderstorms east of Phoenix generated strong and gusty winds which resulted in areas of blowing dust and sand. Many areas of the East Valley experienced visibilities less than 1/4 mile. Winds were clocked at over 40 mph in many areas, with trained spotters estimating winds up to 50-55 mph.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5506243. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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