Dust Storm — Chinle Valley, Arizona

2021-05-21 · Chinle Valley, Arizona

Event narrative

Strong winds (estimated to be 50 MPH) lofted dust and sand into the air between Chinle and Many Farms along Highway 191. The visibility was limited to an estimated 1/2 mile.

Wider weather episode

Strong upper level low pressure is positioned over the California/Nevada border brought strong southwest winds to northern Arizona.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 952337. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.