Dust Storm — Northeast Plateaus and Mesas From Highway 264 North, Arizona

2016-03-22 · Northeast Plateaus and Mesas From Highway 264 North, Arizona

Event narrative

A trained spotter reported near zero visibility in dust as he traveled along Highway 89 from Bitter Springs to Marble Canyon to Lees Ferry.

Wider weather episode

A strong trough of low pressure brought high winds and areas of blowing dust to portions of northern Arizona.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 620840. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.