Dust Storm — E Pima, Arizona

2006-05-22 · E Pima, Arizona

Wider weather episode

A low pressure system moved across Arizona bringing strong and gusty southwest wind. Wind speeds at the Tucson International Airport topped 30 mph causing dust to spread across the metropolitan area. An eight car pile-up along Interstate 10 involved four tractor-trailers and four other vehicles. Three people suffered minor injuries and were taken to local hospitals. The airborne dust also triggered an air-quality advisory. At least six individuals were admitted into a hospital emergency center and treated for respiratory problems.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5519110. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.