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Wind Advisory 3, NWS Tucson, AZ

February 20, 20236 counties in Arizona

NWS Tucson, AZ issued this wind advisory at Feb 20, 2023, 2:20 PM MST for 6 counties in Arizona. It took effect at Feb 21, 2023, 11:00 PM MST. It was in force for 21 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Feb 20, 2023, 2:20 PM MST (21:20 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 21, 2023, 11:00 PM MST
Expired
Feb 22, 2023, 8:00 PM MST
In force
21 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 21:22 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Tuscon, AZ (KTUS), launched 12:00Z, 9.3 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.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Tuscon, AZ at 12:00Z on 2023-02-20Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Tuscon, AZ at 12:00Z on 2023-02-20The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 72 square meters per square second.1939587897117136156Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
1170 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
75 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
72 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-29 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

347 
WWUS75 KTWC 202120
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
220 PM MST Mon Feb 20 2023

AZZ501-502-505-509-211100-
/O.NEW.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
South Central Pinal County-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Picacho Peak State Park, Clifton, and Safford
220 PM MST Mon Feb 20 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 50 mph
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Blow dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas. 

&&

$$

AZZ503-504-506>508-511>515-211100-
/O.EXT.KTWC.HW.A.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Catalina and Rincon Mountains-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, 
Vail, Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, 
Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Madera Canyon,
Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
220 PM MST Mon Feb 20 2023

...HIGH WIND WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TUESDAY NIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  possible in the valleys. 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  possible in the mountains.

* WHERE...Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Tucson 
  Metro Area, Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River 
  Valley, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet, Galiuro and 
  Pinaleno Mountains, Chiricahua Mountains, Dragoon and Mule and 
  Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains, Catalina and Rincon 
  Mountains and Baboquivari Mountains.

* WHEN...From late Tuesday night through Wednesday evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power 
  lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

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8 follow-up statements
679 
WWUS75 KTWC 210920
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

AZZ511-514-211030-
/O.CAN.KTWC.HW.A.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Catalina and Rincon Mountains-
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED...

The high wind watch has been replaced by a Winter Storm Warning,
which includes heavy snow amounts in addition to the very strong
winds.

$$

AZZ506-507-512-513-212230-
/O.UPG.KTWC.HW.A.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KTWC.HW.W.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, 
Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts up
  to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ503-504-515-212230-
/O.UPG.KTWC.HW.A.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T0600Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, 
and Vail
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley, Tucson 
  Metro Area and Baboquivari Mountains.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. 
  Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ508-212230-
/O.UPG.KTWC.HW.A.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXA.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Including the city of Willcox
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. 
  Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ501-502-505-212230-
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T0600Z-230223T0300Z/
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
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 PM
MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. 
  Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ509-212230-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Clifton and Safford
220 AM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. 
  Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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143 
WWUS75 KTWC 212100
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
200 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

AZZ506-507-512-513-220500-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, 
Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
200 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts 
  up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ501>505-515-220500-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T0600Z-230223T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
and Picacho Peak State Park
200 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ508-509-220500-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Willcox, Clifton, and Safford
200 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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295 
WWUS75 KTWC 220222
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
722 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

AZZ506-507-512-513-221230-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, 
Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
722 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts 
  up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ501>505-515-221230-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T0600Z-230223T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
and Picacho Peak State Park
722 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO
8 PM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ508-509-221230-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Willcox, Clifton, and Safford
722 PM MST Tue Feb 21 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 AM TO 8 PM MST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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203 
WWUS75 KTWC 220910
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
210 AM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

AZZ506-507-512-513-222230-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, 
Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
210 AM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds increasing to 35 to 45 mph with gusts 
  up to 70 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ501>505-515-222230-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
and Picacho Peak State Park
210 AM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ508-509-222230-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230222T1200Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Willcox, Clifton, and Safford
210 AM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...From 5 AM to 8 PM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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697 
WWUS75 KTWC 221917
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
1217 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

AZZ508-230300-
/O.UPG.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXA.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Including the city of Willcox
1217 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ506-507-512-513-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, 
Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
1217 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening. 

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ501>505-509-515-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Upper Gila River Valley-
Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Picacho Peak State Park, Clifton, and Safford
1217 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to near 55 
  mph expected. Areas of blowing dust with reduced visibilities 
  possible.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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175 
WWUS75 KTWC 222143
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

AZZ506-230000-
/O.CAN.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Mammoth and Oracle
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Winds have eased below high wind criteria however local
  winds of 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph will continue 
  through 5 pm. 

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ507-230300-
/O.CAN.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXA.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Including the cities of Sierra Vista and Benson
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...The strongest winds of the storm occurred earlier in the
  day and the wind will continue to gradually subside into the
  evening. Therefore the high wind warning has been downgraded to
  a wind advisory for west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50
  mph into this evening.

* WHERE...Upper San Pedro River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. 
  Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in difficult
  travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ508-230300-
/O.EXB.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230223T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Including the city of Willcox
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph due to strong winds ahead of the cold front
  in southeast Cochise county. Wind speeds will ease to west 20 
  to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph behind the front.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ512-513-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected
  across the higher terrain for several more hours before easing 
  later today. 

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ501>505-515-230000-
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
and Picacho Peak State Park
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Winds have eased this afternoon however local areas of
  westerly winds of 25 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph will 
  continue the rest of the afternoon. 

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ509-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Clifton and Safford
243 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Winds have eased this afternoon however local areas of
  westerly winds of 25 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph will 
  continue the rest of the afternoon.

* WHERE...Western Pima County, Tohono O'odham Nation, South 
  Central Pinal County and Upper Gila River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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543 
WWUS75 KTWC 222356
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
456 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

AZZ508-230300-
/O.EXP.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.230223T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Including the city of Willcox
456 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet.

* WHEN...High Wind Warning expires at 5 PM MST. Wind Advisory
  remains in effect until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

AZZ501>506-515-230100-
/O.EXP.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0000Z/
Western Pima County-Tohono O'odham Nation-
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Southeast Pinal County-
Baboquivari Mountains-
Including the cities of Ajo, Organ Pipe Cactus N.M., Sells, 
Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Picacho Peak State Park, Mammoth, and Oracle
456 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...

Wind speeds continue to diminish below advisory levels and the
Wind Advisory will be allowed to expire at 5 PM MST. 

$$

AZZ512-513-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
456 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected across the higher terrain for several more hours 
  before easing later today.

* WHERE...Southeast Pinal County, Upper San Pedro River Valley, 
  Chiricahua Mountains and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and 
  Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

AZZ507-509-230300-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-Upper Gila River Valley-
Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Clifton, 
and Safford
456 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 50 mph into
  the early evening hours.

* WHERE...Upper San Pedro River Valley.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Blowing dust with reduced visibilities could result in 
  difficult travel conditions in dust prone areas.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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534 
WWUS75 KTWC 230256
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
756 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

AZZ512-513-230400-
/O.EXP.KTWC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, and Canelo Hills
756 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Wind speeds have diminished this evening, with current speeds of
10 to 20 mph and some gusts to around 30 mph. Wind speeds will
continue to diminish, and therefore, the High Wind Warning will 
be allowed to expire. 

$$

AZZ507>509-230400-
/O.EXP.KTWC.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-230223T0300Z/
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
756 PM MST Wed Feb 22 2023

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Wind speeds have diminished this evening, with current speeds of
10 to 20 mph and some gusts to around 30 mph. Wind speeds will
continue to diminish, and therefore, the Wind Advisory will be 
allowed to expire. 

$$

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Tucson, AZ wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at Feb 20, 2:50 AM MST, 11 hours 30 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 20, 2:50 AM MST, 11 hours 30 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
250 AM MST Mon Feb 20 2023

.SYNOPSIS...More unsettled weather can be expected through late next
weekend as a series of storm systems impact the region. These
systems will bring periods of strong winds, especially Wednesday,
along with valley rain and mountain snow and cooler temperatures.

&&

.DISCUSSION...A series of storms impacting the region this week,
with the highlight shaping up to be potentially very windy
conditions Wednesday.

Today, we continue to see a low near the northern Baja coast push
moisture and areas of mainly light showers up from the southwest
and south. High snow levels in the warm sector, so any flurries
will be at highest elevations and probably not amount to much.

Tuesday, this low will shear into the base of a stronger and
colder system digging down from the north. Again, low rainfall
amounts and patchy coverage in general. As the stronger system
digs into the Great Basin, we could start to see breezy conditions
as early as Tuesday afternoon. Temperatures dropping back below
climo with a still modestly cooler airmass and plenty of cloud
cover.

Wednesday, the first impulse associated with the stronger system
will rotate through the state. Plenty of shear and jet dynamics
along with cooler mid levels and good available moisture should
make bands of showers likely with isolated embedded thunderstorms.
An impressive gradient and well stacked jet down through 700mb and
lower showing up on NAEFS ensemble mean wind speeds, with near
record values compared to climo. ECMWF extreme forecast index
lighting up like a christmas tree for wind speeds and wind gusts
00Z Wednesday to 00Z Thursday. Even with adjustments for the
current iteration of the NBM (which seems to have a hot bias on
wind events), we still are probably looking at a significant wind
event. With this in mind, a high wind watch is now in effect for
Wednesday for much of the area. Precip wise, we currently are
advertising storm totals between .1 and .5 in valleys and .5 to 1
inch in mountains. Storm total snowfall forecast in the mountains
ranging from about 3 inches in the southern mountains, to about 6
inches for Mt Lemmon and Mt Graham, to a max of 12 to 15 inches in
the southern White Mountains (northern Graham and Greenlee
counties).

Latest ensembles are continuing a trend where another strong
impulse carves down the back side of the mean trough position the
second half of the week to a position near the central and
southern California coast Saturday. Another kicker system in this
very active and high amplitude pattern would then be in a position
to boost the storm through from the west around next Sunday or so.

&&

.AVIATION...Valid through 21/12Z.
SCT-BKN clouds at 3k-9k ft AGL and BKN-OVC layered clouds above
thru the forecast period. Isolated -SHRA. Marginal MVFR
conditions with the heavier -SHRA. Light SFC winds generally under
10 kts this morning, becoming S/SWLY at 8-15 kts and gusts to
near 25 kts from 20/19Z through 21/02Z, with the strongest wind
in the vicinity of KALK and KDUG. Aviation discussion not updated
for TAF amendments.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...More unsettled weather can be expected through
next weekend as a series of storm systems impact the region.
These systems will bring periods of strong winds along with valley
rain and mountain snow and cooler temperatures. The first system
will approach the area and move slowly across northern Mexico
through Tuesday, with the second system due to arrive on Wednesday
into Thursday. Both of these systems will result in increasing
south to southwest winds and a chance of precipitation, along with
cooler temperatures. The winds will be especially strong and
gusty on Wednesday. Moisture levels will increase today, with min
RH values well above critical thresholds through at least next
weekend. There is the potential for yet another storm system late
next weekend.

&&

.TWC WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
High Wind Watch from late Tuesday night through Wednesday
afternoon for AZZ503-504-506>508-511>515.

Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday evening through Wednesday
evening for AZZ510.

&&

Meyer

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The office that day

Everything else NWS Tucson, AZ issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 20, 2:12 AM MSTHigh Wind WatchTWCCochise, Graham, Pima, Pinal, Santa Cruz24 hr
Feb 20, 2:21 PM MSTWinter Storm WarningTWCCochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal57 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.