PHOENIX — Arizona's lackluster monsoon looked to make another appearance Saturday as thunderstorms formed east of the Valley and several bands of rain moved through the southeast Valley. Gold Canyon saw the most rain, with more than an inch, though several spots in the Valley also saw about a quarter-inch. Check the latest rainfall totals here.
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Here's a look at the latest developments as the storms continue:
9:05 p.m.
9:00 PM MST 25-30 mph outflow winds continue to push west through Yuma county (and La Paz) with a few showers developing over terrain features. Do not expect showers to be strong or last very long with limited additional shower development. #cawx #azwx pic.twitter.com/Zspon2gTju
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
7:35 p.m.
Most of the storms are now west of I-17, continuing to move toward the west/southwest #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/d2OG7xYclZ
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) September 15, 2019
7:30 p.m.
RAIN: Storms are now making their way through the northwest Valley, with rains and winds along the L-101 Agua Fria Freeway. Reminder to SLOW DOWN and drive with caution. #phxtraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/jgXG9G8tzM
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 15, 2019
7:11 p.m.
Significant Weather Advisory for Maricopa County until 745 PM MST. https://t.co/GyuWEylMzj #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/irFzJUEMV4
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
7:00 p.m.
Heads up if you're in the north or northwest Valley, the storms hitting Anthem and Cave Creek right now are headed your way. #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/AkF0LqzAQ4
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) September 15, 2019
6:55 p.m.
Storms moving into the #Phoenix metro area from the east/northeast #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/LnwmjXezU8
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) September 15, 2019
6:52 p.m.
RAIN: If you are in the north Valley, expect storms coming down I-17. Here is what we are currently seeing at Anthem. #phxtraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/jpux2D61bf
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 15, 2019
6:47 p.m.
A dust storm warning continues until 7:00 PM MST for . pic.twitter.com/Ing6elCbhv
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
6:39 p.m.
6:27 PM MST - A push from the northeast is now starting to bring showers and storms into the central parts of the Valley. #azwx pic.twitter.com/2k5CrjwmDq
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
6:37 p.m.
RAIN: We have storms now raining along the L-101 Pima through Scottsdale. Remember to SLOW DOWN and drive carefully. #phxtraffic pic.twitter.com/deuSxi2kKY
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 15, 2019
6:26 p.m.
Rain is coming down even harder in the #EastValley (and Henry wanted to say hi again) #azwx #abc15 #monsoon2019 pic.twitter.com/BYm3SeSa1D
— Megan Thompson (@MeganABC15) September 15, 2019
6:16 p.m.
RAIN: We are seeing some more storms bringing rain in east Mesa along the US 60. #phxtraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/ujaHYojn68
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 15, 2019
6:05 p.m.
We did it! The rain made into the Valley! It’s gorgeous to see the sun still through the clouds with the rain coming down. 🌧 #monsoon2019 #azwx #abc15 #EastValley #Gilbert pic.twitter.com/qU16bWz011
— Megan Thompson (@MeganABC15) September 15, 2019
6:03 p.m.
A dust storm warning is in effect until 7:00 PM MST for . pic.twitter.com/t4OjbYkv2i
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
6:00 p.m.
5:53 PM MST - The strong outflow has pushed into western Maricopa. A severe storm is moving in the direction of New River from the north and some storms are redeveloping in East Mesa. #azwx pic.twitter.com/wwGFnti5xi
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
5:53 p.m.
A dust storm warning continues until 6:00 PM MST for . pic.twitter.com/ohFnDKHMgT
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
5:22 p.m.
If you are out and about in the rain this afternoon, please watch for localized Street flooding. Reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and drive safe. #CopaWX #CopaTraffic
— Maricopa Police Dept. (@MPDPIO) September 15, 2019
5:21 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has Issued a Flood Advisory. https://t.co/OrxQQNm9ek #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/bXIvOJI6wW
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
5:18 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Yavapai County, AZ until 6:00 PM MST pic.twitter.com/Qo89dgiC1M
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) September 15, 2019
5:14 p.m.
A dust storm warning is in effect until 6:00 PM MST for . pic.twitter.com/TWOWBMWBpk
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 15, 2019
5:06 p.m.
STORMS: A line of storms coming in from the northeast are causing blowing dust along the L-101 Pima in Scottsdale. #phxtraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/Ma47p9443k
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 15, 2019
4:53 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued for that storm near Maricopa. Storm capable of producing 60 mph wind gusts. It's moving toward the west at 15 mph. Get indoors if you're in the area #abc15wx https://t.co/gWrxW9QL6m
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) September 14, 2019
4:45 p.m.
Strong storm moving west/southwest thru Maricopa #abc15wx pic.twitter.com/95rEkdijDp
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) September 14, 2019
4:40 p.m.
Significant Weather Advisory for Maricopa County until 515 PM MST. https://t.co/DpzEmThusF #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/dDW7pWIXhK
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
4:32 p.m.
Look for low visibility and blowing dust/rain south of the Valley on SR 347 before Maricopa and I-10 before Casa Grande. Remember to SLOW DOWN and exercise caution. #aztraffic #azwx pic.twitter.com/fRpA3T7ARL
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 14, 2019
4:17 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning continues for Rio Verde AZ, Tonto Basin AZ, Roosevelt AZ until 4:30 PM MST pic.twitter.com/1CMLaL5cfL
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
4:13 p.m.
Heads up to all Boaters and Campers at Apache, Canyon, and Saguaro Lakes: severe storms rapidly heading your way! Now is the time to take shelter and get off the water! #azwx https://t.co/90HdEbQKhg pic.twitter.com/3mb0lyM1vC
— FCDMC Flood Info (@FCDFloodInfo) September 14, 2019
4:10 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Rio Verde AZ, Tonto Basin AZ, Roosevelt AZ until 4:30 PM MST pic.twitter.com/3cS0IY7mEO
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
4:09 p.m.
We’ve got blowing dust now in #Gilbert. Avoid driving right now because visibility is now reduced. #abc15 #azwx pic.twitter.com/CtWKjVNjqm
— Megan Thompson (@MeganABC15) September 14, 2019
4:03 p.m.
BLOWING DUST: We are seeing reduced visibility due to blowing dust along the L-202 Santan heading west through Gilbert. If you are driving in the area, remember to SLOW DOWN and use caution. #azwx pic.twitter.com/oN5otVRu1S
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 14, 2019
3:52 p.m.
We are starting to see wind and dark, stormy clouds in the #EastValley! What are you seeing in your area?! #abc15 pic.twitter.com/pD5xWup748
— Megan Thompson (@MeganABC15) September 14, 2019
3:41 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Apache Junction AZ, Gold Canyon AZ until 4:15 PM MST pic.twitter.com/Hpnijf5Y4j
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
3:33 p.m.
Patches of blowing dust being reported in parts of the far east Valley. Reminder there is a Blowing Dust Advisory in effect until 8 PM. #azwx https://t.co/J6yRgK0bED
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
3:25 p.m.
RAIN IN THE VALLEY: A monsoon storm is heading west along the US 60. It's hitting Apache Junction now, but will soon reach the edge of Mesa. Here's the view from our traffic cameras. #azwx pic.twitter.com/N4FBsdi3Sq
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 14, 2019
3:05 p.m.
Batten down the hatches! A heavy downpour is seen slowly approaching the US 60 Apache Junction area. There is a significant weather advisory for Pinal and Maricopa counties this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/YOoZizDp8X
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) September 14, 2019
3:00 p.m.
2:56 PM - Strong storms are impacting parts of US-60 east of Florence Junction and the Superstitions near Apache Junction and Gold Canyon. #azwx pic.twitter.com/fv170lR0zh
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
2:45 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Arizona until 10 PM MST pic.twitter.com/aRpbmdJfkC
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) September 14, 2019
