Alert archive / Arizona / High Wind Warnings in 2018
High Wind Warning 1, NWS Tucson, AZ
NWS Tucson, AZ issued this high wind warning at Apr 11, 2018, 2:44 PM MST for 6 counties in Arizona. It took effect at Apr 12, 2018, 11:00 AM MST. It was in force for 9 hr. 6 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.
The facts
- Issued
- Apr 11, 2018, 2:44 PM MST (21:44 UTC)
- In effect from
- Apr 12, 2018, 11:00 AM MST
- Expired
- Apr 12, 2018, 8:08 PM MST
- In force
- 9 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Tucson, AZ
Counties Cochise County, AZ, Graham County, AZ, Greenlee County, AZ, Pima County, AZ, Pinal County, AZ, Santa Cruz County, AZ
The radar
The Tucson radar (KEMX), 61 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:42 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.
Open the radar archive at this moment
The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.
What was reported inside it
| Time | Report | Where | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 3:23 PM MST | DUST STORM | 4 Nne Maricopa, AZ | HIGHWAY 347 WAS CLOSED FOR OVER 3.5 HOURS BETWEEN INTERSTATE 10 AND CASA BLANCA RD. DUE TO LOW VISIBILITY FROM BLOWING DUST. |
| Apr 12, 3:52 PM MST | DUST STORM | 5 Ne Casa Grande, AZ | INTERSTATE 10 NEAR CASA GRANDE WAS CLOSED IN BOTH DIRECTIONS FROM MILEPOST 191 TO 194 FOR OVER 2 HOURS DUE TO VERY POOR VISIBILITY IN BLOWING DUST. |
| Apr 12, 4:00 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 42 | 4 Sse Coolidge, AZ | MESONET STATION SRP42, 4 SSE COOLIDGE. |
| Apr 12, 4:15 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | Casa Grande Municipal A, AZ | AWOS STATION CGZ, CASA GRANDE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. |
| Apr 12, 4:59 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 47 | 2 Wnw Santan, AZ | MESONET STATION MEMF, 2 WNW SANTAN. |
| Apr 12, 5:10 PM MST | NON-TSTM WND GST 43 | 10 Ese Queen Creek, AZ | MESONET STATION SRP22, 10 ESE QUEEN CREEK. |
Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.
The nearest sounding before it
Tuscon, AZ (KDMA), launched 12:00Z, 9.7 hours before the alert went out and 49 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.
- Mixed-layer CAPE
- 0 J/kg
- Mixed-layer CIN
- No buoyant parcel
- Mixed-layer LCL
- 4323 m above ground
- 0-6 km bulk shear
- 25 kt
- 0-1 km storm-relative helicity
- -20 m²/s²
- 0-3 km storm-relative helicity
- 133 m²/s²
- Significant tornado parameter
- 0.0
- Supercell composite
- 0.0
The text
As transmitted.
794 WWUS75 KTWC 112144 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 244 PM MST Wed Apr 11 2018 AZZ510>512-514-121200- /O.UPG.KTWC.HW.A.0001.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.NEW.KTWC.HW.W.0001.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 244 PM MST Wed Apr 11 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MST THURSDAY... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a High Wind Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM MST Thursday. The High Wind Watch is no longer in effect. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late Thursday morning into Thursday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts near 65 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ507>509-121200- /O.NEW.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley- Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton, and Safford 244 PM MST Wed Apr 11 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MST THURSDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect from 10 AM to 7 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson as well as east of Tucson near the Willcox Playa where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late Thursday morning into Thursday evening, and late Friday morning into Friday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ AZZ504-506-513-121200- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, Mammoth, Oracle, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, and Madera Canyon 244 PM MST Wed Apr 11 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MST THURSDAY... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson as well as east of Tucson near the Willcox Playa where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late Thursday morning into Thursday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
6 follow-up statements
384 WWUS75 KTWC 121028 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 328 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ510>512-514-122300- /O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 328 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ507>509-122300- /O.NEW.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley- Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton, and Safford 328 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Freeze Watch, which is in effect from late Friday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson as well as east of Tucson near the Willcox Playa where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-506-513-122300- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, Mammoth, Oracle, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, and Madera Canyon 328 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
855 WWUS75 KTWC 121532 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 832 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ513-122345- /O.UPG.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.EXA.KTWC.HW.W.0001.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Including the cities of Bisbee and Canelo Hills 832 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a High Wind Warning, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. The Wind Advisory is no longer in effect. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ510>512-514-122345- /O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 832 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ507>509-122345- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley- Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton, and Safford 832 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson as well as east of Tucson near the Willcox Playa where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-506-122345- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.180412T1800Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, Mammoth, and Oracle 832 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition... loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
704 WWUS75 KTWC 121808 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 1108 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ510>514-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 1108 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ508-130400- /O.NEW.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.180412T1808Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet- Including the city of Willcox 1108 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists, especially from Willcox to the New Mexico state line. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ AZZ507-509-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Clifton, and Safford 1108 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-506-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, Mammoth, and Oracle 1108 AM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition, loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
793 WWUS75 KTWC 122113 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ510>514-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ501-502-505-130400- /O.EXA.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Western Pima County-Tohono O'Odham Nation- South Central Pinal County- Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, and Picacho Peak State Park 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists, especially from Willcox to the New Mexico state line. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ AZZ508-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet- Including the cities of Willcox and Douglas 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists, especially from Willcox to the New Mexico state line. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ AZZ507-509-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Clifton, and Safford 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ506-130400- /O.EXA.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Southeast Pinal County- Including the cities of Mammoth and Oracle 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Freeze Watch, which is in effect from late Friday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, and Vail 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition, loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...Late this morning into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ AZZ503-130400- /O.EXA.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley- 213 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Freeze Watch, which is in effect from late Friday night through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
067 WWUS75 KTWC 122332 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ510>514-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- Including the cities of Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Winds this strong may down trees and power lines, causing property damage or power outages. Cross winds can make driving difficult, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and vehicles towing trailers. * TIMING...Into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected with sustained winds of at least 45 mph...or gusts of 65 mph or higher. Secure trash cans...lawn furniture...and other loose or lightweight outdoor objects. High winds can topple trees...blow weakened roofs off houses...and down power lines. Use extreme caution when driving and expect areas of blowing dust which may reduce visibilities greatly. Listen to NOAA Weather Radio...commercial radio or television stations...or your cable television provider for the latest on this hazardous High Wind Event. && $$ AZZ506-131200- /O.EXA.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Southeast Pinal County- Including the cities of Mammoth and Oracle 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists. The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust into this evening. For winds into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ503-131200- /O.EXA.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley- 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists.The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds and dust, into this evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-130400- /O.EXA.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area- Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, and Vail 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists. The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. This may particularly impact portions of Interstate 10 northwest of Tucson where blowing dust may reduce visibility at times. In addition, loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. * TIMING...For dust and winds, into this evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. && $$ AZZ515-130400- /O.EXA.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Baboquivari Mountains- 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Blowing Dust Advisory, which is in effect until 9 PM MST this evening. * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ AZZ508-131200- /O.CON.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet- Including the cities of Willcox and Douglas 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists, especially from Willcox to the New Mexico state line. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ AZZ507-509-131200- /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Clifton, and Safford 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ501-502-505-130400- /O.CON.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Western Pima County-Tohono O'Odham Nation- South Central Pinal County- Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, and Picacho Peak State Park 432 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MST THIS EVENING... * IMPACTS...Blowing dust will restrict visibilities below a mile posing a significant hazard to motorists. The winds can also make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TIMING...For dust, through this evening. For winds, through this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. * WINDS...West to northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts near 45 mph. * VISIBILITY...Less than a mile in blowing dust. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Blowing Dust Advisory means that blowing dust will restrict visibilities below one mile in some areas. Travelers are urged to use caution. If you encounter localized dense blowing dust... especially near plowed fields or construction sites...do not drive into it if at all possible. && $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
029 WWUS75 KTWC 130308 NPWTWC URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Tucson AZ 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 AZZ510>514-130415- /O.CAN.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties- Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains- Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains- Catalina and Rincon Mountains- 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the High Wind Warning. Winds have diminished below high wind warning thresholds, but will continue to remain gusty overnight. $$ AZZ508-131200- /O.CAN.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet- Including the cities of Willcox and Douglas 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... ...WIND ADVISORY THIS EVENING IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Blowing Dust Advisory. The Wind Advisory for this evening has been cancelled. * IMPACTS...Winds can make driving difficult for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation Saturday morning. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING... For winds, late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ506-131200- /O.CAN.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Southeast Pinal County- Including the city of Oracle 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Blowing Dust Advisory. The Wind Advisory has been cancelled. * IMPACTS...Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ503-131200- /O.CAN.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley- 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Blowing Dust Advisory. * IMPACTS...Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Upper 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ504-130415- /O.CAN.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Tucson Metro Area- 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Blowing Dust Advisory. The Wind Advisory has been cancelled. Winds have diminished across the region this evening below advisory thresholds. $$ AZZ507-509-131200- /O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0004.180413T1700Z-180414T0200Z/ /O.CON.KTWC.FZ.A.0003.180414T0900Z-180414T1600Z/ Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila River Valley- Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Clifton, and Safford 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM MST FRIDAY... ...FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY MORNING... ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Wind Advisory this evening. * IMPACTS...The winds can make driving difficult, especially for motorists with high profile vehicles. In addition...loose and unsecured outdoor objects may be blown around. Freezing temperatures will likely damage sensitive crops and vegetation. * TEMPERATURES...Mid 20s to lower 30s Saturday morning. * TIMING...For winds, late this morning into this evening and then again late Friday morning into Friday evening. For freezing temperatures, late Friday night into Saturday morning. * WINDS...West to northwest 25 to 35 mph with gusts near 50 mph. * For a detailed view of the hazard area...visit weather.gov/Tucson and click on the Detailed Hazards Icon PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Wind Advisory means that sustained winds of 30 mph or greater are expected in the valleys...or 35 mph or greater above 5000 feet. Higher gusts are also likely. This could make driving difficult...especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. A Freeze Watch means sub-freezing temperatures are possible. These conditions could kill crops and other sensitive vegetation. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes...pipes should be wrapped...drained...or allowed to drip slowly. && $$ AZZ501-502-505-515-130415- /O.CAN.KTWC.DU.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-180413T0400Z/ Western Pima County-Tohono O'Odham Nation- South Central Pinal County-Baboquivari Mountains- 808 PM MST Thu Apr 12 2018 ...BLOWING DUST ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... The National Weather Service in Tucson has cancelled the Blowing Dust Advisory. $$ Visit us on Facebook...Twitter...YouTube...and at weather.gov/Tucson
The office that day
Everything else NWS Tucson, AZ issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2:44 PM MST | Wind Advisory | TWC | Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Santa Cruz | 52 hr |
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