A severe thunderstorm with 60 mph winds and two-inch hail devastated Apache Junction, Arizona, causing extensive damage and prompting a Severe thunderstorm warning from the National Weather Service.
- On October 13, a severe thunderstorm struck Apache Junction, Arizona, bringing destructive two-inch hail and wind gusts reaching 60 mph, leading to widespread damage.
- The National Weather Service issued a Severe thunderstorm warning for the affected area at 6:04 PM, alerting residents to the imminent severe weather conditions.
- Significant damage was reported to homes and vehicles in Apache Junction, with surrounding communities including Mesa, Scottsdale, and Fountain Hills also impacted by the storm.
Why It Matters
This event underscores the increasing frequency and intensity of severe weather in Arizona, highlighting the need for preparedness and infrastructure resilience in the face of climate-related challenges.