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Wind Advisory 2, NWS Tucson, AZ

January 10, 20246 counties in Arizona

NWS Tucson, AZ issued this wind advisory at Jan 10, 2024, 2:30 AM MST for 6 counties in Arizona. It took effect at Jan 11, 2024, 10:00 AM MST. It was in force for 9 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 10, 2024, 2:30 AM MST (09:30 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 11, 2024, 10:00 AM MST
Expired
Jan 11, 2024, 7:00 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 09:33 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 00:00Z, 9.5 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 00:00Z on 2024-01-10Temperature 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 00:00Z on 2024-01-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 3 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
2597 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
42 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
3 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-31 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

178 
WWUS75 KTWC 100930
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
230 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

AZZ503-504-506>514-110000-
/O.NEW.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-Tucson Metro Area-
Southeast Pinal County-Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
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 Nogales, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, 
Vail, Mammoth, Oracle, Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton, 
Safford, Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, 
Canelo Hills, Madera Canyon, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
230 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM MST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...For most of southeast Arizona.

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 7 PM MST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

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6 follow-up statements
869 
WWUS75 KTWC 101913
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
1213 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

AZZ504-506-111100-
/O.NEW.KTWC.HZ.A.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T0200Z/
Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Mammoth, and Oracle
1213 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM MST
THURSDAY...
...HARD FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
  up to 50 mph expected. For the Hard Freeze Watch, sub- freezing
  temperatures as low as 26 possible.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area and Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM to 7 PM MST Thursday. 
  For the Hard Freeze Watch, from late Thursday night through 
  Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Frost and freeze conditions could kill sensitive vegetation and
  possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ503-507>514-111100-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
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 Nogales, Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, 
Clifton, Safford, Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, 
Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Madera Canyon, Mount Lemmon, 
and Summerhaven
1213 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 7 PM MST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
  A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds near 40 mph
  with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...For much of southeast Arizona.

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 7 PM MST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

AZZ502-505-111100-
/O.NEW.KTWC.HZ.A.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-South Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells and Picacho Peak State Park
1213 PM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

...HARD FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE THURSDAY NIGHT THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 possible.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From late Thursday night through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill sensitive
  vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

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422 
WWUS75 KTWC 111020
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
320 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

AZZ504-506-120000-
/O.UPG.KTWC.HZ.A.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T0200Z/
Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Mammoth, and Oracle
320 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HARD FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub- 
  freezing temperatures as low as 24 expected.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area and Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 11 AM this morning to 7 PM
  MST this evening. For the Hard Freeze Warning, from midnight 
  tonight to 10 AM MST Friday. 

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ502-505-120000-
/O.UPG.KTWC.HZ.A.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
/O.NEW.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-South Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells and Picacho Peak State Park
320 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 10 AM
MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ503-507>514-120000-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1800Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
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 Nogales, Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, 
Clifton, Safford, Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, 
Bisbee, Canelo Hills, Madera Canyon, Mount Lemmon, 
and Summerhaven
320 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
  A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds near 40 mph
  with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...For much of southeast Arizona.

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 7 PM MST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

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251 
WWUS75 KTWC 111510
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

AZZ507-508-513-112315-
/O.NEW.KTWC.HW.W.0001.240111T1700Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1700Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Bisbee, 
Canelo Hills, and Madera Canyon
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST THIS MORNING UNTIL 
5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, west winds
  25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Most of Cochise County, including Upper San Pedro River
  Valley, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet and Dragoon and 
  Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 AM MST this morning 
  until 5 PM MST this afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM
  MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  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.

&&

$$

AZZ512-112315-
/O.NEW.KTWC.HW.W.0001.240111T1700Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240112T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Including the city of Chiricahua NM
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST THIS MORNING UNTIL 
5 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 PM 
MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 40 to 50 mph with 
  gusts up to 70 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 
  30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Chiricahua Mountains.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 MST this morning until
  5 PM MST this afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this 
  afternoon to 7 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.

&&

$$

AZZ504-506-112315-
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1700Z-240112T0200Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Mammoth, and Oracle
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
  up to 50 mph expected. For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub- 
  freezing temperatures as low as 24 expected.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area and Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...For the Hard Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 
  10 AM MST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 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.
  Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive
  vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ502-505-112315-
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-South Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells and Picacho Peak State Park
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ503-509>511-514-112315-
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T1700Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-
Upper Gila River Valley-
White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties-
Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Catalina and Rincon Mountains-
Including the cities of Nogales, Clifton, Safford, 
Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
810 AM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds 
  near 40 mph with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...For much of southeast Arizona, including Graham and
  Santa Cruz counties as well as portions of Pima and Pinal
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

&&

$$

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892 
WWUS75 KTWC 112038
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

AZZ504-506-120100-
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Mammoth, and Oracle
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts
  up to 50 mph expected. For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub-
  freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area and Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...For the Hard Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 
  10 AM MST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 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. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ507-508-513-120100-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Bisbee, 
Canelo Hills, and Madera Canyon
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 35 to 45 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 
  25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Most of Cochise County, including Upper San Pedro 
  River Valley, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet and 
  Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM MST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  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.

&&

$$

AZZ512-120100-
/O.CON.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240112T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Including the city of Chiricahua NM
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM MST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 40 to 50 mph with 
  gusts up to 70 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 
  30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Chiricahua Mountains.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 5 PM MST this 
  afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 7 
  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.

&&

$$

AZZ502-505-120100-
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-South Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells and Picacho Peak State Park
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ503-509>511-514-120100-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-
Upper Gila River Valley-
White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties-
Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Catalina and Rincon Mountains-
Including the cities of Nogales, Clifton, Safford, 
Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
138 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds 
  near 40 mph with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...For much of southeast Arizona, including Graham and 
  Santa Cruz counties as well as portions of Pima and Pinal 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

&&

$$

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400 
WWUS75 KTWC 112205
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

AZZ507-508-513-120200-
/O.CAN.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-
Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains-
Including the cities of Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Bisbee, 
and Canelo Hills
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected. A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds 
  near 40 mph with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...Upper San Pedro River Valley, Eastern Cochise County 
  below 5000 feet and Dragoon and Mule and Huachuca and Santa 
  Rita Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

&&

$$

AZZ512-120200-
/O.CAN.KTWC.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-240112T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.240111T2205Z-240112T0200Z/
Chiricahua Mountains-
Including the city of Chiricahua NM
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
  A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds near 40 
  mph with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...Chiricahua Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

&&

$$

AZZ504-506-120200-
/O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tucson Metro Area-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, Vail, 
Mammoth, and Oracle
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected.

* WHERE...Tucson Metro Area and Southeast Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ503-112315-
/O.CAN.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar Valley-
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds will continue to diminish into the evening hours.

$$

AZZ502-505-120200-
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-South Central Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells and Picacho Peak State Park
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

AZZ509>511-514-120200-
/O.CON.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper Gila River Valley-
White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties-
Galiuro and Pinaleno Mountains-Catalina and Rincon Mountains-
Including the cities of Clifton, Safford, Hannagan Meadow, 
Mount Graham, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
305 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected. A few wind prone locations could see sustained winds 
  near 40 mph with gusts above 55 mph.

* WHERE...For much of southeast Arizona, including Graham and 
  Santa Cruz counties as well as portions of Pima and Pinal 
  counties.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

&&

$$

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WWUS75 KTWC 120152
NPWTWC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
652 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

AZZ507>514-120300-
/O.EXP.KTWC.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240112T0200Z/
Upper San Pedro River Valley-
Eastern Cochise County below 5000 feet-Upper Gila River Valley-
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 Sierra Vista, Benson, Willcox, Clifton, 
Safford, Hannagan Meadow, Mount Graham, Chiricahua NM, Bisbee, 
Canelo Hills, Mount Lemmon, and Summerhaven
652 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Winds have eased below wind advisory criteria and will continue to
diminish into the night. Therefore the advisory will be allowed 
to expire. 

$$

AZZ502-504>506-121200-
/O.CON.KTWC.HZ.W.0003.240112T0700Z-240112T1700Z/
Tohono O'odham Nation-Tucson Metro Area-
South Central Pinal County-Southeast Pinal County-
Including the cities of Sells, Tucson, Green Valley, Marana, 
Vail, Picacho Peak State Park, Mammoth, and Oracle
652 PM MST Thu Jan 11 2024

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO
10 AM MST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected.

* WHERE...Tohono O'odham Nation and South Central Pinal County.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 AM MST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$
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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 Jan 10, 2:22 AM MST, 8 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 10, 2:22 AM MST, 8 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Tucson AZ
222 AM MST Wed Jan 10 2024

.SYNOPSIS...Cold mornings will continue with a brief warming trend
Wednesday. Another storm system will bring a chance of valley rain
and mountain snow Thursday, with snow levels possibly lowering to
near some valley floors at times. Strong gusty winds are also
expected Thursday. Another widespread hard freeze that may include
Metro Tucson and some lower desert locations is possible Friday
morning. Temperatures will climb back to near seasonal averages
early next week.

&&

.DISCUSSION...The 2 am surface temperatures were not as cold as
they were 24 hours ago as a band of high clouds are exiting the
area.

Enjoy today for Thursday will be quite different as a strong
weather system drops in from the northwest. This system is fairly
similar to what moved through on Sunday but may have stronger
winds associated with it. HREF/European ensembles are hitting the
eastern half of the forecast area with rather strong winds
associated with 50-60 kt 700 mb winds. Westerly winds 25 to 35 mph
with gusts to 45 mph with gusts possible as high as 55 mph in the
mountains. Will go ahead and hoist a wind advisory for most of
southeast Arizona Thursday from 11 am to 7 pm. Western and central
Pima county and South-central Pinal county not in advisory. Later
shifts may consider High wind Watch/Warning for parts of Cochise
county, like Sierra Vista/Huachuca mtns and the Chiricahua mtn.

Rain and snow will accompany this system with snow levels lowering
near the valley floors on Thursday. Winter Weather Advisory for
portions of the area remains in effect.

System is quickly east of the area Thursday night with hard freeze
possible Friday morning. Held off issuing any headlines with this
forecast package.

A weaker system will slide by mainly north of our area Sunday,
otherwise expect temperatures to warm back to typical mid-January
values over the weekend into early next week.

&&

.AVIATION...Valid through 11/12Z.
FEW-SCT clouds AOA 20k ft AGL thru the forecast period. SFC wind 12
kts or less at most locations, favoring a SWLY to NWLY direction
during the afternoon/early evening hours and variable in direction
at other times. The exception will be in Cochise County in the
vicinity of KALK and KDUG where SFC wind between 10/19Z and 11/03Z
will be SWLY at 12-17 kts and gusts to around 25 kts. Although
outside of this valid period, the SFC wind between 11/18Z and 12/00Z
will be NWLY at 20-30 kts and gusts to 40+ knots. Aviation
discussion not updated for TAF amendments.

&&

.FIRE WEATHER...Dry and cold conditions will prevail through
today. A storm system will then move across the region on Thursday,
resulting in strong and gusty southwest winds, especially to the
east of Tucson. 20-foot winds will be northwest at 20-30 mph and
gusts to near 45 mph (50+ mph in the mountains). This system will
also bring rain and snow chances to southeast Arizona and continued
cold temperatures. High temperatures will warm back to near normal
levels over the weekend into early next week, along with dry
conditions.

&&

.TWC WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
 Wind Advisory from 11 AM to 7 PM MST Thursday for AZZ503-504-
  506>514.

 Winter Weather Advisory from 5 AM to 5 PM MST Thursday for
  AZZ506-509>511-514.

&&

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 10, 12:13 PM MSTHard Freeze WatchTWCPima, Pinal15 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.