PHOENIX — Heavy rain, winds, and even some hail hit much of the Valley Saturday! The storm stuck around for most of the day, and overnight into Sunday morning.
Here are the latest updates as we track these storms:
8:04 a.m.
8AM: Isolated showers and storms continue to bubble up this morning. While Metro Phoenix is currently dry, we cannot rule out a shower or storm through the next few hours. Small hail is a possibility in the strongest storms. #AZwx pic.twitter.com/x5x4twGN2n
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 16, 2022
7:22 a.m.
There's still a chance for rain in Phoenix today.
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) October 16, 2022
Spotty showers or an isolated thunderstorm are possible. Unlike Saturday though, storms will be more hit and miss today.
The high only reaches 79 today, with 80s to start the new week. #abc15wx #azwx pic.twitter.com/w8H4p8ELiD
Check out these rainfall amounts from the past 24 hours. Most of the Valley got some measurable rainfall!
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) October 16, 2022
We've picked up just under an inch of rain at Sky Harbor since Saturday, too. #abc15wx #azwx pic.twitter.com/u5OJyhn5PV
5:07 a.m.
Severe storm overnight produced quarter size hailstones in the east Valley, including the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community ⛈
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) October 16, 2022
📸: Seneca Silverhorn @abc15 @NWSPhoenix #azwx pic.twitter.com/jfXVc643CG
Sunday, Oct 16, 2:31 a.m.
Alert PV: The area of Cantatierra to Horseshoe on Invergordon Rd is now reopened following a storm. Please use caution in the area as there is still water on the roadway.
— Paradise Valley PD (@PVPolice) October 16, 2022
8:21 p.m.
UPDATE: The ramp is now open. https://t.co/btCwkwBVEL
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) October 16, 2022
6:53 p.m.
Flash Flood Warning including Buckeye AZ and Palo Verde AZ until 11:00 PM MST pic.twitter.com/mlSROTPQLY
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 16, 2022
6:15 p.m.
It's raining in different parts of the state.
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) October 16, 2022
Don't drive into a storm; if you're caught in it, leave plenty of braking room, and don't drive through flooded roads or washes. pic.twitter.com/Nxp7vM7PZz
6:08 p.m.
A special weather statement has been issued for Peoria AZ, Surprise AZ and Avondale AZ until 6:45 PM MST pic.twitter.com/CLr0TV6rdB
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 16, 2022
5:41 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Phoenix AZ, Mesa AZ and Chandler AZ until 6:30 PM MST pic.twitter.com/SMOyKjT6p3
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 16, 2022
5:20 p.m.
We now have 3 flash flood warnings issued in Maricopa Co. until 9:15 pm - Rainfall amounts of 1" or more have been reported in these areas. Remember turn around don't drown. @abc15 pic.twitter.com/FKx7cFBOth
— Ashlee DeMartino (@AshleeDeMartino) October 16, 2022
5:05 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Apache Junction AZ, Queen Creek AZ and Gold Canyon AZ until 5:45 PM MST. This storm will contain wind gusts to 70 MPH! pic.twitter.com/iyMAKlaN0m
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 16, 2022
4:01 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Casa Grande AZ, Maricopa AZ and Florence AZ until 4:30 PM MST. This storm will contain wind gusts to 70 MPH! pic.twitter.com/gYT3pwAJZm
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 15, 2022
3:58 p.m.
Tornado Warning including Picacho AZ until 4:15 PM MST pic.twitter.com/6OMUtanQHF
— NWS Tucson (@NWSTucson) October 15, 2022
3:50 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Casa Grande AZ, Maricopa AZ and Florence AZ until 4:30 PM MST pic.twitter.com/Sp5wMKlEin
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 15, 2022
3:14 p.m.
Weather update 3 PM-Most of the Valley is dry right now w/sunny skies. Except for Buckeye which is seeing heavy rain, gusty winds & lightning. We remain under a Flood Watch until Sunday AM. More rain is expected tonight across the valley. Stay weather aware w/@abc15 online & TV pic.twitter.com/ogNrftNaF1
— Ashlee DeMartino (@AshleeDeMartino) October 15, 2022
1:40 p.m.
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been posted for the west valley until 2:30 pm. The line of storms are moving to the NW at 25 mph. Gusty winds, heavy rain and lightning will reduce visibility in the area. @abc15 pic.twitter.com/gHDfpOZvRu
— Ashlee DeMartino (@AshleeDeMartino) October 15, 2022
1:30 p.m.
Weather update - 1 pm a band of fast moving thunderstorms fired up across the SE valley. These storms are moving NNE at 35 mph - heavy rain, gusty winds & lightning reported. Most of the valley is under a thunderstorm warning until 4:45 pm. @abc15 pic.twitter.com/qy37KJu0RR
— Ashlee DeMartino (@AshleeDeMartino) October 15, 2022
1:13 p.m.
Wow the sky is looking crazy! This is looking at South Mountain near 24th St and Southern. @abc15 #azwx #wx pic.twitter.com/2roexPNFve
— Elenee Dao (@Elenee_Dao) October 15, 2022
12:50 p.m.
Thunderstorms continue to become more widespread across the area. Expect strong gusty winds, heavy rainfall, and possibly some hail with these storms. #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/xozhyGYlT5
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) October 15, 2022
12:25 p.m.
Another severe storm quickly moving NW from Casa Grande area to Queen Creek/Chandler area this hour. Be careful of heavy gusts, lightning, and downpours @abc15 https://t.co/uyhHB1HlVc
— Amelia Fabiano ABC15 (@AmeliaFabianoTV) October 15, 2022
12:10 p.m.
Rain coming down hard in North Phoenix.
— Zach Crenshaw (@ZachCrenshaw) October 15, 2022
This is video from Greenway & the 51.
Roads are soaked.
Cars are susceptible to hydroplaning because of poor runoff/drainage @abc15 pic.twitter.com/7EX27m9dGO
11:30 a.m.
11:13 a.m.
ALERT: Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect for this storm moving thru the east Valley.
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) October 15, 2022
Storm is moving at about 35mph towards the NW and is capable of producing damaging winds near 60mph and small hail
“When Thunder Roars, Get Indoors”#abc15wx #azwx pic.twitter.com/AYR9u4Ejlf
11 a.m.
