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Severe Thunderstorm Warning – Tucson, Arizona

Issued 4:21 p.m. Wednesday, July 8

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Pima County.

• Location: ~8 mi north of Saguaro National Park East, moving southwest at ~15 mph
• Wind gusts: up to 60 mph
• Potential impact areas: Tanque Verde, Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, Catalina Foothills, Seven Falls

What the Monsoon Brings

Arizona’s monsoon season (mid‑June to end of September) supplies hot air, moisture, and atmospheric instability—perfect ingredients for afternoon storms. Even outside the monsoon window, thunderstorms can pop up unexpectedly and last only a few minutes yet still unleash:

• Strong winds
• Lightning
• Heavy rain

After the Storm

• Wait at least 30 minutes before resuming outdoor activities.

This warning is automatically generated from official weather data to keep the community informed and protected.