Power Outage in Tucson, AZ

Thunderstorm winds downed a power line. The line was struck by a train, causing a power pole to fall across Aviation Highway. Winds also downed a small tree at Golf Links and Swan.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power line. The line was struck by a train, causing a power pole to fall across Aviation Highway. Winds also downed a small tree at Golf Links and Swan.

Lightning struck a power pole along Route 15 just north of Highway 86. The pole caught fire and caused a power outage on the Tohono O'odham Nation that persisted for three hours.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines on Sanders Rd. causing its closure and the lost of power for more than 2000 customers. Winds also downed several Palo Verde trees near Moore Rd.

Thunderstorm wind downed 3 power poles south of North Komelik.

Thunderstorm winds downed 38 power poles and numerous trees along Kolb Rd. between Golf Links and Escalante Rds. The road remained closed for more than 24 hours to clean up the area prior to replacing all the poles. At least 6000 customers were left without power.

Thunderstorms winds downed 8 power poles along Mission Rd.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power line near Kenyon Dr and Gollob Rd.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines near Drexel and Calle Santa Cruz and downed large tree branches near Snyder and Bear Canyon Rds.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines near Drexel and Calle Santa Cruz and downed large tree branches near Snyder and Bear Canyon Rds.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole south of Pisinemo near the junction of Routes 21 and 24.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near Highway 86 and San Pedro Rd.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines near Santa Rosa.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole at Dawn and Houghton Rds. in Vail.

Thunderstorms winds downed two power poles in Catalina at Highway 77 near Graham Rd.

Thunderstorm winds several downed trees and power poles between Campbell Ave. and Palo Verde Rd. and between Drexel and Irvington Rds. About 2000 customers were without power and a section of Irvington Rd. was closed as a result. Tents at Community Food Bank were blown down causing closure of outdoor food distribution operations the following 2 days.

Thunderstorm winds several downed trees and power poles between Campbell Ave. and Palo Verde Rd. and between Drexel and Irvington Rds. About 2000 customers were without power and a section of Irvington Rd. was closed as a result. Tents at Community Food Bank were blown down causing closure of outdoor food distribution operations the following 2 days.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near Nolic.

Thunderstorm winds downed 60 power poles and numerous trees and in Green Valley and Sahuarita, mostly along La Canada Dr. from Duval Mine Rd to near Anamax Rd. and near the entrance to Quail Creek. A traffic signal was also damaged in Green Valley while the wall of a townhouse was blown over in Sahuarita.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles near the intersection of Speedway and Painted Hills.

Thunderstorm wind gusts downed several trees in western Oro Valley and Marana and downed power poles along Trico Rd.

Thunderstorms winds downed 30 power poles and dozens of trees in Green Valley and Sahuarita. One of the downed trees broke a water main and other blocked streets. Around 10,000 customers were without power into the overnight hours. A CoCoRaHS observer on the southeast side of Green Valley measured a wind gust of 66 mph at 1855MST.

Thunderstorms winds downed 30 power poles and dozens of trees in Green Valley and Sahuarita. One of the downed trees broke a water main and other blocked streets. Around 10,000 customers were without power into the overnight hours. A CoCoRaHS observer on the southeast side of Green Valley measured a wind gust of 66 mph at 1855MST.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles near Speedway Blvd and Tanque Verde Loop Rd. A private weather station near Escalante and Freeman Roads measured a gust to 76 mph at 1943MST.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles near Speedway Blvd and Tanque Verde Loop Rd. A private weather station near Escalante and Freeman Roads measured a gust to 76 mph at 1943MST.

Thunderstorm winds downed or uprooted numerous trees in midtown Tucson including several at a cemetery on Prince Rd and Oracle Blvd. One tree fell on a house near Pima St. and Columbus Blvd. and another damaged a car at River Rd. and 1st Ave. Winds also damaged a house under construction near Prince and Country Club Rd. and downed large |power poles near Tucson Mall causing the closure of 1st Ave between River and Wetmore Rds. About 6000 customers lost electricity service.

Thunderstorm winds downed or uprooted numerous trees in midtown Tucson including several at a cemetery on Prince Rd and Oracle Blvd. One tree fell on a house near Pima St. and Columbus Blvd. and another damaged a car at River Rd. and 1st Ave. Winds also damaged a house under construction near Prince and Country Club Rd. and downed large |power poles near Tucson Mall causing the closure of 1st Ave between River and Wetmore Rds. About 6000 customers lost electricity service.

Thunderstorm winds downed nine power poles south of Santa Rosa. Power was out in several villages for two hours.

Thunderstorm winds downed several large tree limbs that fell onto power lines, causing a power outage for 6000 customers in Drexel Heights.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near Charco.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near Charco.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles along Silverbell Road north of Sunset Rd in northwest Tucson. Downed power lines started a brush fire.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near San Miguel. Power was out to several nearby villages for a number of hours as a result.

Thunderstorms rolled northwest across the Tucson Metro area with thunderstorm outflow winds downing numerous trees and ten power poles. Power was out for several hours for at least 12,000 customers due to downed poles and lines as well as damaged transformers. Power poles were reported down at Broadway and Craycroft, Prince and Flowing Wells and Ina and Oracle. Fallen trees caused damage to the Mission Palms Apartments near Orange Grove and La Cholla. Trees also fell onto a vehicle at River and Craycroft and two cars in Oro Valley. A wind gust to 59 mph was recorded at KDMA Davis-Monthan AFB ASOS.

Thunderstorms rolled northwest across the Tucson Metro area with thunderstorm outflow winds downing numerous trees and ten power poles. Power was out for several hours for at least 12,000 customers due to downed poles and lines as well as damaged transformers. Power poles were reported down at Broadway and Craycroft, Prince and Flowing Wells and Ina and Oracle. Fallen trees caused damage to the Mission Palms Apartments near Orange Grove and La Cholla. Trees also fell onto a vehicle at River and Craycroft and two cars in Oro Valley. A wind gust to 59 mph was recorded at KDMA Davis-Monthan AFB ASOS.

Thunderstorm winds downed several trees and caused roof and wall damage in parts of Avra Valley and Marana. Additionally, an unoccupied fifth wheel trailer was blown on its side. Two power poles were also damaged near Twin Peaks Rd and Quarry Rd.

Two power poles were downed in Ali Chugk.

Trees were downed and uprooted at Ajo and Alvernon as well as near Pantano Rd and Seneca St. About 7000 customers lost power in Tucson. KDMA ASOS also recorded a 76 mph wind gust.

Trees were downed and uprooted at Ajo and Alvernon as well as near Pantano Rd and Seneca St. About 7000 customers lost power in Tucson. KDMA ASOS also recorded a 76 mph wind gust.

Power poles were downed near mile marker 85 on state route 86.

A large mesquite tree was downed near Ali Chugk. Power was out to the village for several hours.

A garage door was partially blown in and small tree downed near Bajada Dr and Tortolita Rd. Dozens of trees were uprooted or damaged in Dove Mountain. Two power poles were down at Wentz and Grier. Ten power poles and several trees were down along Tangerine between I-10 and Moore Rd. There was a semi-truck rollover on I-10 just south of Marana Rd. exit. A weather station near I-10 and Tangerine measured a wind gust of 60 mph.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole near Nebraska St. and 12th Ave.

Thunderstorm winds downed six power poles in two different locations on Old Sonoita Highway.

Thunderstorm winds downed six power poles in two different locations on Old Sonoita Highway.

Small tree limbs and power lines were downed in the vicinity of Grant and Stone. The limbs and lines also knocked down some fencing. Wind-driven small hail damaged a house's skylights and shade structure near Speedway and Greasewood.

Small tree limbs and power lines were downed in the vicinity of Grant and Stone. The limbs and lines also knocked down some fencing. Wind-driven small hail damaged a house's skylights and shade structure near Speedway and Greasewood.

Thunderstorm winds caused damage on Tucson's northwest side from about Ina and Shannon Roads westward to just east of I-10 and Cortaro Rd. A power pole was downed on Camino De Oeste near Barque Dr. while numerous trees were downed elsewhere, some of which subsequently caused damage to cars, fences, retaining walls and parking structures.

Thunderstorm winds downed three power poles near the Co-op Farms off Mission Road.

Thunderstorm winds blew down two power poles along Indian Route 15 near Ak Chin village.

Thunderstorm winds blew down power poles north of North Komelik resulting in power outages in neighboring communities that lasted until the following morning.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines near Irvington and Houghton Roads, which resulted in over 2,500 customers losing power for two hours.

A power pole was downed by thunderstorm winds about 10 miles northeast of Sells.

Power lines were downed by thunderstorm winds between First Ave. and Oracle Rd.

Over one hundred eucalyptus and other large shallow-rooted trees were toppled and many other tree limbs were downed on the east side of Tucson. The damage path from this severe thunderstorm was about a mile and a half either side of a line from Broadway Blvd. and Kolb Road to Tanque Verde and Sabino Canyon Roads. Several trees fell on to buildings near Speedway Blvd. and Pantano Road, including the Woodridge Apartment complex, which sustained significant damage to several units. One of the trees also crushed an automobile. Many other trees damaged retaining walls or power lines when they were downed. At least one power pole was also snapped. At least 7,000 customers were without power for several hours. Additionally, the roof was ripped off one house near 5th St. and Kent Drive.

Over one hundred eucalyptus and other large shallow-rooted trees were toppled and many other tree limbs were downed on the east side of Tucson. The damage path from this severe thunderstorm was about a mile and a half either side of a line from Broadway Blvd. and Kolb Road to Tanque Verde and Sabino Canyon Roads. Several trees fell on to buildings near Speedway Blvd. and Pantano Road, including the Woodridge Apartment complex, which sustained significant damage to several units. One of the trees also crushed an automobile. Many other trees damaged retaining walls or power lines when they were downed. At least one power pole was also snapped. At least 7,000 customers were without power for several hours. Additionally, the roof was ripped off one house near 5th St. and Kent Drive.

A strong thunderstorm moved through the Tucson metro area during the afternoon with many reports of damage in central and western Tucson. The highest measured wind speed was 49 mph near 7th Street and Campbell. Large trees were uprooted along Kino Parkway and Silverlake Road, near Park and 20th Street, near Stone and 6th Street, near Echols Avenue and 5th Street, and near the McKale Center on the University of Arizona campus. The tree that fell on the U of A campus fell on two parked cars. There was also a power pole down at Speedway Boulevard and I-10.

A strong thunderstorm moved through the Tucson metro area during the afternoon with many reports of damage in central and western Tucson. The highest measured wind speed was 49 mph near 7th Street and Campbell. Large trees were uprooted along Kino Parkway and Silverlake Road, near Park and 20th Street, near Stone and 6th Street, near Echols Avenue and 5th Street, and near the McKale Center on the University of Arizona campus. The tree that fell on the U of A campus fell on two parked cars. There was also a power pole down at Speedway Boulevard and I-10.

Thunderstorm winds blew roofs off a couple houses and collapsed another. Winds also knocked down several power lines. Sells RAWS measured a gust of 62 mph.

A slow-moving thunderstorm moved through Oro Valley, causing extensive wind damage. The strongest winds snapped three power poles along Hardy Rd near La Canada. A tree 12 inches in diameter was broken in half at the base on Magee Rd between La Cholla Rd and La Canada Rd and widespread tree damage occurred near CDO High School, the Oro Valley Aquatic Center and at numerous residences. Around 2000 TEP customers were without power for portions of the night and into the early morning hours.

A line of thunderstorms moved southwest pushing strong winds out ahead of it through Redington Pass and into the Tucson Metro. Wind gusts of 60 to 65 mph caused sporadic damage. Ten power poles and several trees were knocked down near Camino Seco and Escalante Rd. Over 19,000 customers were without power for a short time. Additionally, a carport was damaged near Escalante Rd and Prudence Rd, and a tree fell on a home on Rickey Vista in South Tucson.

A line of thunderstorms moved southwest pushing strong winds out ahead of it through Redington Pass and into the Tucson Metro. Wind gusts of 60 to 65 mph caused sporadic damage. Ten power poles and several trees were knocked down near Camino Seco and Escalante Rd. Over 19,000 customers were without power for a short time. Additionally, a carport was damaged near Escalante Rd and Prudence Rd, and a tree fell on a home on Rickey Vista in South Tucson.

Multiple reports from just east of the University of Arizona campus to near River Road and Campbell of large trees uprooted, limbs snapped, and power lines down. The roof of Covenant Generations church on Tucson Blvd was severely damaged. Trees fell on carports and homes in the Winterhaven area of town. Severe damage was sustained at the Campbell Ranch Apartments as trees fell on buildings and vehicles. Major tree damage occurred at Himmel Park. For some residents, power was not restored until noon on June 27th. One person was electrocuted after coming in contact with a live downed wire but survived.

Multiple reports from just east of the University of Arizona campus to near River Road and Campbell of large trees uprooted, limbs snapped, and power lines down. The roof of Covenant Generations church on Tucson Blvd was severely damaged. Trees fell on carports and homes in the Winterhaven area of town. Severe damage was sustained at the Campbell Ranch Apartments as trees fell on buildings and vehicles. Major tree damage occurred at Himmel Park. For some residents, power was not restored until noon on June 27th. One person was electrocuted after coming in contact with a live downed wire but survived.

Thunderstorm winds blew down trees on Tucson's east side near the intersections of Ft. Lowell and Swan Roads and Kenyon and Sarnoff Drives. Some of the downed trees damaged power lines.

Thunderstorm winds blew down trees on Tucson's east side near the intersections of Ft. Lowell and Swan Roads and Kenyon and Sarnoff Drives. Some of the downed trees damaged power lines.

Thunderstorm winds downed nine power poles near Manville and Reservation Roads.

Thunderstorm winds downed nine power poles near Manville and Reservation Roads.

Thunderstorm winds downed 20 power poles down along Marana Trico Road and Luckett Road. A chicken coop in Marana sustained some damage as well.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles and lines down along Whittier St. between Alvernon Way and Columbus Blvd. About 100 customers lost power. A shallow-rooted tree was uprooted near Swan Rd. and Timrod St.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles and lines down near W. El Camino del Cerro and N. Tortolita Rd. Approximately 1400 customers lost power.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole was also knocked down near the airport, which resulted in electrical wires on top of vehicles. A few shallow-rooted trees were also downed near Drexel and Country Club.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole was also knocked down near the airport, which resulted in electrical wires on top of vehicles. A few shallow-rooted trees were also downed near Drexel and Country Club.

Thunderstorm winds caused damage along Sanders Road. A large dead tree fell on a mobile home which sustained some damage. Multiple power poles blown down with almost 100 customers without power for a time. An abandoned large commercial building also sustained damage. Trees in the median of Interstate 10 in Marana were blown down which partially blocked lanes and caused traffic backups.

Thunderstorm winds caused damage along Sanders Road. A large dead tree fell on a mobile home which sustained some damage. Multiple power poles blown down with almost 100 customers without power for a time. An abandoned large commercial building also sustained damage. Trees in the median of Interstate 10 in Marana were blown down which partially blocked lanes and caused traffic backups.

Power poles, power lines, and multiple tree limbs 3-4 in diameter down between Country Club and Tucson Blvd between Broadway and Speedway with over 200 customers without power. One tree was down near the intersection of Campbell and Broadway.

Tucson Electric & Power reported that thunderstorm winds downed several power poles and lines in an area bounded by River Road, Swan Road, Fort Lowell Road and Alvernon Way. About 1100 customers lost power.

Thunderstorm winds downed multiple trees, power poles and lines on Tucson's east side on and around Davis-Monthan AFB, leaving over 10,000 customers without power. Two trees landed on vehicles. One tree near Stella and Wilmot fell on a house, causing major damage. Several power poles were downed near Benson Highway and Campbell Ave. Five telephone poles were snapped near Irvington and Pantano Roads and roofs were blown off two houses near Escalante and Pantano Roads. A retired, 40-thousand pound F-16 was flipped over on top of another retired jet at the Davis-Monthan AFB boneyard. Strong winds punctured holes in the sun shades in a few of the aircraft shelters. Operational aircraft did not sustain any damage. The ASOS on base a mile away from the boneyard measured a peak gust of 66 mph.

Thunderstorm winds downed multiple trees, power poles and lines on Tucson's east side on and around Davis-Monthan AFB, leaving over 10,000 customers without power. Two trees landed on vehicles. One tree near Stella and Wilmot fell on a house, causing major damage. Several power poles were downed near Benson Highway and Campbell Ave. Five telephone poles were snapped near Irvington and Pantano Roads and roofs were blown off two houses near Escalante and Pantano Roads. A retired, 40-thousand pound F-16 was flipped over on top of another retired jet at the Davis-Monthan AFB boneyard. Strong winds punctured holes in the sun shades in a few of the aircraft shelters. Operational aircraft did not sustain any damage. The ASOS on base a mile away from the boneyard measured a peak gust of 66 mph.

Thunderstorm winds snapped six power poles and downed trees along Old Spanish Trail from Irvington to Golf Links Roads. Over 1600 homes were left without power southeast of Houghton Escalante Roads.

A spotter measured a wind gust of 60 mph at Tucson Mall. Thunderstorm winds downed trees near Limberlost and First Avenue, one of which fell on a car, while another fell on a mobile home. A tree also fell on a jeep at Magee and Oracle while other trees were downed near River and La Cholla. About 1300 customers lost power due to downed power lines in the Flowing Wells neighborhood.

A spotter measured a wind gust of 60 mph at Tucson Mall. Thunderstorm winds downed trees near Limberlost and First Avenue, one of which fell on a car, while another fell on a mobile home. A tree also fell on a jeep at Magee and Oracle while other trees were downed near River and La Cholla. About 1300 customers lost power due to downed power lines in the Flowing Wells neighborhood.

Thunderstorm winds downed power poles near Sunrise Drive and Sabino Canyon Road.

A lightning strike to a power pole near Ina Rd. and Oracle Rd. left about 25 residents without power.

Thunderstorm winds downed nine power poles near Pima Mine Road and Nogales Highway. The downed poles caused 11,000 customers to be without power for several hours and both roadways were closed through the night. A roof was blown off a building at the Sahuarita waste-water treatment plant. In addition, the roof was ripped off a mobile home on East Lumber Street near Old Nogales Highway. Several other mobile homes sustained minor damage in that area and one tree was uprooted.

Thunderstorm winds downed or bent several power poles on Valencia Road west of Casino Del Sol.

A severe thunderstorm moved through southern Tucson, damaging parts of the roof of Van Buskirk Elementary School and downing several power poles in the area. Power poles were also blown down at the intersection of Irvington Rd. and Campbell Ave. A total of 9,000 customers were without power for a short period of time. Additionally, several trees in the area were downed by thunderstorm winds.

Thunderstorm winds downed a tree near 29th Street and Houghton Road and downed power lines at Irvington and Houghton Roads.

Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole and damaged a roof of a residence near the Gunsight Cemetery.

Thunderstorm winds downed 34 power poles in along Anway Road between Magee and Avra Valley Roads, leaving about 2000 people without power for several hours.

Thunderstorm winds downed two dozen power poles in southern Tucson, mainly along Valencia Road between Park and Campbell Avenues and near the intersection of Golf Links and Pantano Roads. Around 8,000 customers were without electrical power at one point. Thirty mobile homes were damaged by winds or downed trees near Benson Highway and Valencia Road. One tree fell on a car. In addition, two hangar doors were blown off and two trees were downed at the Tucson International Airport where a wind gust to 74 mph was measured at 205 p.m. MST.

Thunderstorm winds downed two dozen power poles in southern Tucson, mainly along Valencia Road between Park and Campbell Avenues and near the intersection of Golf Links and Pantano Roads. Around 8,000 customers were without electrical power at one point. Thirty mobile homes were damaged by winds or downed trees near Benson Highway and Valencia Road. One tree fell on a car. In addition, two hangar doors were blown off and two trees were downed at the Tucson International Airport where a wind gust to 74 mph was measured at 205 p.m. MST.

Thunderstorm winds knocked down 15 power poles on the west side of Tucson. One pole fell on a vehicle. One residence sustained damage to a porch, and one tree was knocked down. 13,000 customers lost power, some for up to 2 days. Several roads were closed due to downed power lines.

Thunderstorm winds knocked down 15 power poles on the west side of Tucson. One pole fell on a vehicle. One residence sustained damage to a porch, and one tree was knocked down. 13,000 customers lost power, some for up to 2 days. Several roads were closed due to downed power lines.

A powerful dust devil removed several dozen roof tiles from two homes in Green Valley. Wind speeds were estimated at 65 mph. A stove vent was also blown off one roof.

A nearly translucent, but powerful dust devil damaged the roof to one home on Tucson's east side.

Thunderstorm winds downed a tree which fell on to power lines near Grant Road and Columbus Blvd.

Thunderstorm winds downed power lines in far northeast Tucson leaving over 3000 residents without power.

Thunderstorm winds snapped several power poles southwest of Sells and damaged homes in Big Fields. Three of the homes sustained major roof damage.

Thunderstorm winds knocked down 15 power poles along Alvernon Way between Valencia Road and Benson Highway. As storms moved northwest, a church roof was damaged near 36th and Country Club, numerous trees were downed or uprooted in central and east Tucson and a carport was destroyed on the east side of the city. Another power pole was downed near 5th and Country Club while three others were downed near Prince and Campbell. About 12,000 residents lost power as a result.

Thunderstorm winds knocked down 15 power poles along Alvernon Way between Valencia Road and Benson Highway. As storms moved northwest, a church roof was damaged near 36th and Country Club, numerous trees were downed or uprooted in central and east Tucson and a carport was destroyed on the east side of the city. Another power pole was downed near 5th and Country Club while three others were downed near Prince and Campbell. About 12,000 residents lost power as a result.

Thunderstorm winds knocked down 6 power poles along Wilmot Road south of Interstate 10 leaving 2500 customer without power.

Thunderstorm winds blew down 12 power poles along Tangerine Road near Gladden Farms. Around 2000 customers lost power in Marana.

Thunderstorm winds uprooted trees near Prince and Campbell and near Fort Lowell and First Avenue. One tree fell through the roof of a residence. A storm spotter in this area measured a gust to 61 mph. Wind damage became extensive near the Tucson Mall. Numerous large wooden power poles were snapped or toppled along Oracle from Limberlost to River Road. Other poles were knocked down along Roger Road from First Avenue to Oracle Road. About 15,000 customers were left without power. These road was closed for much of the following day. In addition, thunderstorm winds blew in a door at the Tucson Mall, knocking down an interior construction wall which damaged part of JC Penney and Forever 21 stores. About 50 trees were blown over near the mall, damaging a few parked vehicles.

Thunderstorm winds uprooted trees near Prince and Campbell and near Fort Lowell and First Avenue. One tree fell through the roof of a residence. A storm spotter in this area measured a gust to 61 mph. Wind damage became extensive near the Tucson Mall. Numerous large wooden power poles were snapped or toppled along Oracle from Limberlost to River Road. Other poles were knocked down along Roger Road from First Avenue to Oracle Road. About 15,000 customers were left without power. These road was closed for much of the following day. In addition, thunderstorm winds blew in a door at the Tucson Mall, knocking down an interior construction wall which damaged part of JC Penney and Forever 21 stores. About 50 trees were blown over near the mall, damaging a few parked vehicles.

Thunderstorm winds blew a trailer over in Drexel Heights. That same thunderstorm earlier produced a gust to 60 mph at the Tucson International Airport. Downed power lines left about 2000 customers without power on the southwest side of Tucson. Twelve power poles were knocked down on the west side of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

Thunderstorm winds blew a trailer over in Drexel Heights. That same thunderstorm earlier produced a gust to 60 mph at the Tucson International Airport. Downed power lines left about 2000 customers without power on the southwest side of Tucson. Twelve power poles were knocked down on the west side of Davis-Monthan Air Force Base.

Thunderstorm winds caused damage in Green Valley. Several trees were downed along Abrego and La Canada Drives and power outages resulted. Winds peeled a carport and tin roof off a residence in Pueblo Estates. Railroad crossing arms were also damaged by the strong winds.

Thunderstorm winds caused damage in Green Valley. Several trees were downed along Abrego and La Canada Drives and power outages resulted. Winds peeled a carport and tin roof off a residence in Pueblo Estates. Railroad crossing arms were also damaged by the strong winds.

Strong thunderstorm winds occurred on Tucson's south side for the second day in a row, downing numerous power poles, electric lines, street signs, and trees. As many as 25,000 were left without power. One power pole was downed on a trailer leading to the evacuation of the trailer park near East Drexel and South Country Club Roads. Another Tucson resident woke up to a power pole entering the dwelling. Part of a roof was also blown off a residence on Valencia Road, blowing across the road into another home damaging the roof.

Strong thunderstorm winds occurred on Tucson's south side for the second day in a row, downing numerous power poles, electric lines, street signs, and trees. As many as 25,000 were left without power. One power pole was downed on a trailer leading to the evacuation of the trailer park near East Drexel and South Country Club Roads. Another Tucson resident woke up to a power pole entering the dwelling. Part of a roof was also blown off a residence on Valencia Road, blowing across the road into another home damaging the roof.

Thunderstorm wind gusts of 52 knots (60 mph) resulted in three power poles downed along Route 15 between Santa Rose and the Pinal County line.

Thunderstorm winds damaged homes and downed power lines from Big Fields to Covered Wells on the Tohono O'odham Nation. Four homes incurred roof damage and one power pole was downed in Big Field. Three power poles were also downed in Covered Wells along Highway 86 which resulted in power outages.

Thunderstorm winds damaged homes and downed power lines from Big Fields to Covered Wells on the Tohono O'odham Nation. Four homes incurred roof damage and one power pole was downed in Big Field. Three power poles were also downed in Covered Wells along Highway 86 which resulted in power outages.

Thunderstorm winds downed eleven power poles along Highway 86 between Three Points and Sells. The city of Sells and other portions of the Tohono O'odham Nation were without power for several hours.

Thunderstorm winds downed eleven power poles along Highway 86 between Three Points and Sells. The city of Sells and other portions of the Tohono O'odham Nation were without power for several hours.

Tohono O'odham Nation dispatch reported thunderstorm winds downed several power poles down along Highway 85 between Why and Ajo.

Thunderstorm winds downed several downed power poles near the Tucson International Airport. This caused the closure of East Los Reales Road between South Sixth Avenue and South Nogales Highway and 3,200 customers to lose power.

Thunderstorm winds downed several downed power poles near the Tucson International Airport. This caused the closure of East Los Reales Road between South Sixth Avenue and South Nogales Highway and 3,200 customers to lose power.

Thunderstorm microburst winds downed 20 power poles in Sahuarita along La Canada Road. Several additional trees and branches were also downed.

Thunderstorm winds downed eight power poles along Oracle Road near Magee Road, resulting in the closure of some lanes of Oracle Road. Significant tree damage was along Campbell Avenue between Glenn Street and Grant Road. A tree was also downed on a vehicle in a business parking lot near Ina Road and La Cholla Boulevard. A trained spotter measured a wind gust of 60 mph.

Strong thunderstorm winds resulted in significant damage around southern portions of the Tucson Metro area. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base recorded a wind gust of 67 knots (77mph) while the Tucson International Airport recorded a gust of 61 knots (70 mph). The most significant damage was sustained by businesses in South Tucson. Near Ajo Way and County Club, two industrial buildings sustained partial roof collapses with one business losing the entire roof. A Safeway Grocery Store in the Rita Ranch Village suffered a partial roof collapse. Several power poles and power lines were also downed with several blown transformers. Around 27,000 residents were without power at the peak of the storm. Several trees were downed, with trees falling on homes, cars, and into traffic creating road closures. The most significant tree damage was at the McGuire Hills Apartment Complex. Several trees were downed blocking access to many of the apartments.

A strong fast moving storm caused widespread damage across the Tucson area. Power lines and a large tree were downed near Oracle Road and Hardy Road. More power lines were downed near Park Avenue and Broadway Boulevard in midtown Tucson. Several additional trees were downed including two large trees in Vail, a 60-foot tree near Tanque Verde and Wrightstown Road, and a 100-foot tall tree onto a vehicle in northern Tucson. Two additional trees were also downed on vehicles. One fell on a car in the Fairview Manor near Miracle Mile and Fairview and another tree fell on a car near Broadway and Craycroft. The same tree also brought a light pole down on a truck. Strong winds also ripped a roof off a mobile home in southwest Tucson and destroyed several outbuildings throughout the city. In addition, winds peeled the roof off the Literacy of Life office in Mid-town. Over 20,000 Tucson Electric Power customers were without power after the storms passed.

Severe thunderstorm wind gusts downed 7 power poles along Interstate 10 near Houghton Road. Thunderstorm winds quickly spread toward Tucson International Airport where the airport ASOS reported a peak wind gust of 60 knots (69 mph). A storm spotter also recorded a peak gust of 62 mph at Valencia and Kolb Roads. High winds resulted in 14 downed power poles along Hughes Access Road just south of the airport. A downed tree fell on a home in the 100 block of W. Los Reales Road in South Tucson.

Severe thunderstorm wind gusts downed 7 power poles along Interstate 10 near Houghton Road. Thunderstorm winds quickly spread toward Tucson International Airport where the airport ASOS reported a peak wind gust of 60 knots (69 mph). A storm spotter also recorded a peak gust of 62 mph at Valencia and Kolb Roads. High winds resulted in 14 downed power poles along Hughes Access Road just south of the airport. A downed tree fell on a home in the 100 block of W. Los Reales Road in South Tucson.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed at least 15 one foot diameter trees, most up to 30 feet tall, in eastern and central Tucson. One tree was blocking the entrance to an apartment complex with another tree blocking Prudence Road just north of Speedway Blvd. Another tree was downed on Sarnoff Road at the intersection with Broadway Blvd. Power poles were also downed on Alvernon Way between Broadway and Speedway Blvd. Another tree was reported downed at Tucson Blvd and 6th St.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed at least 15 one foot diameter trees, most up to 30 feet tall, in eastern and central Tucson. One tree was blocking the entrance to an apartment complex with another tree blocking Prudence Road just north of Speedway Blvd. Another tree was downed on Sarnoff Road at the intersection with Broadway Blvd. Power poles were also downed on Alvernon Way between Broadway and Speedway Blvd. Another tree was reported downed at Tucson Blvd and 6th St.

Spotters reported about five trees uprooted at Golf Links and Swan Road at the entrance to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. City officials also reported numerous arching power line wires and tree fires throughout the east side of the city.

Thunderstorms developed over eastern portions of the Tucson area around 2:30 pm MST. Storms slowly moved to the east at around 5 to 10 mph dropping heavy rainfall and putting out thunderstorm winds in excess of 60 mph. The first reports of damage were received at 3 pm on the east side of Tucson. Several tree limbs were downed on Columbus Blvd, with a few power poles down on 6th street. At 3:09 pm, reports were received of several street signs down in the La Paloma Estates. By 3:15 pm, reports were coming in from the media about several roofs damaged in eastern sections of Tucson. Also around 3:15 pm, spotters reported several large trees downed in east Tucson, including trees down on 22nd St and Broadway Blvd. A large was blown into an election polling station building near S. Alvernon and E. Benson Highways in southern Tucson.

Thunderstorms developed over eastern portions of the Tucson area around 2:30 pm MST. Storms slowly moved to the east at around 5 to 10 mph dropping heavy rainfall and putting out thunderstorm winds in excess of 60 mph. The first reports of damage were received at 3 pm on the east side of Tucson. Several tree limbs were downed on Columbus Blvd, with a few power poles down on 6th street. At 3:09 pm, reports were received of several street signs down in the La Paloma Estates. By 3:15 pm, reports were coming in from the media about several roofs damaged in eastern sections of Tucson. Also around 3:15 pm, spotters reported several large trees downed in east Tucson, including trees down on 22nd St and Broadway Blvd. A large was blown into an election polling station building near S. Alvernon and E. Benson Highways in southern Tucson.

Local broadcast media reported up to 3 dozen trees damaged or uprooted in Rancho Vistoso neighborhood. A few ceramic roof tiles were also blown off homes. In addition, a NWS Employee reported several trees down in Dove Mountain with one tree leaning up against a home. There was only slight tile damage to the home. Also, local broadcast media reported trees and power lines down in Marana at Interstate 10 and Marana/Trico Road as well as a roof ripped off a mobile home. The Marana Airport also sustained damage. Two small airplanes were ripped from their tie down chains and were flipped over while another plane was blown into a field. A large hangar door was blown off its tracks and a few other hangars also sustained light damage. In the same area, several power poles and lines were downed on Twin Peaks Road east of N. Sandario Road.

Local broadcast media reported up to 3 dozen trees damaged or uprooted in Rancho Vistoso neighborhood. A few ceramic roof tiles were also blown off homes. In addition, a NWS Employee reported several trees down in Dove Mountain with one tree leaning up against a home. There was only slight tile damage to the home. Also, local broadcast media reported trees and power lines down in Marana at Interstate 10 and Marana/Trico Road as well as a roof ripped off a mobile home. The Marana Airport also sustained damage. Two small airplanes were ripped from their tie down chains and were flipped over while another plane was blown into a field. A large hangar door was blown off its tracks and a few other hangars also sustained light damage. In the same area, several power poles and lines were downed on Twin Peaks Road east of N. Sandario Road.

An isolated severe thunderstorm produced a downburst in the vicinity of Snyder Road and Houghton Road downing several power poles and lines.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed three power poles on Manville Road, with one of them falling on a police vehicle. The police officer was safely extracted from the vehicle with no injuries.

Thunderstorm downburst winds caused wind damage across portions of the Tucson metro area. Several trees and power lines were downed near the intersection of Ina and Oracle Roads, and the winds caused some minor roof damage in this area as well. Another power pole was downed near Ajo Way and 6th Avenue, and also near Glenn and Alvernon Way. Small trees were reported in the road near the intersection of Grant and Wilmot.

Thunderstorm downburst winds caused wind damage across portions of the Tucson metro area. Several trees and power lines were downed near the intersection of Ina and Oracle Roads, and the winds caused some minor roof damage in this area as well. Another power pole was downed near Ajo Way and 6th Avenue, and also near Glenn and Alvernon Way. Small trees were reported in the road near the intersection of Grant and Wilmot.

Severe thunderstorm winds caused damage across southern portions of Tucson. A trained spotter reported several trees downed near Rita Ranch at 5 PM MST. Power lines were reported down by the winds at two different locations near the Tucson International Airport. Thunderstorm winds ripped the roof off a mobile home near the intersection of Interstate 19 and Valencia Road. In addition, several other trees and power lines were downed by the thunderstorm winds across southwest portions of Tucson. One of these trees was downed on a residence.

Thunderstorm winds caused roof damage to six homes in Pisinimo, with two complete roof failures reported, and four roofs partially damaged. Several power poles were damaged by the thunderstorm winds as well, with five communities reporting power outages.

Thunderstorm winds snapped three power poles in half near Catalina Highway and Melpomene Way.

Damaging thunderstorm winds downed power lines which fell on top of several mobile homes on North Shannon Road in northwest Tucson. A total of six houses were evacuated. A small fire started in one mobile home, burning the attic and causing smoke damage to the interior of the house. A tree approximately one foot in diameter was downed by thunderstorm winds near the intersection of Oracle Road and Wilds Road.

Damaging thunderstorm winds downed power lines which fell on top of several mobile homes on North Shannon Road in northwest Tucson. A total of six houses were evacuated. A small fire started in one mobile home, burning the attic and causing smoke damage to the interior of the house. A tree approximately one foot in diameter was downed by thunderstorm winds near the intersection of Oracle Road and Wilds Road.

Severe thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 mph downed two large trees near the |intersection of La Cholla Boulevard and River Road. These trees were tall enough to pull down a power line on the opposite end of the street. Another large tree near the intersection of Cortaro Farms Road and Camino de Oeste was downed by the thunderstorm winds, falling through a fence and into a swimming pool.

Strong thunderstorm downburst winds downed or snapped off 18 power poles in Green Valley. One of the power poles landed on a house.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed 20 power poles near the intersection of Valencia Road and Ajo Way.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed many power poles near the intersection of Tangerine Road and Thornydale Road. A NWS employee reported a large downed tree near the intersection of First Avenue and Orange Grove Road.

Severe thunderstorm winds downed many power poles near the intersection of Tangerine Road and Thornydale Road. A NWS employee reported a large downed tree near the intersection of First Avenue and Orange Grove Road.

Severe thunderstorm downburst winds blew off approximately one half of the roof of a tire shop at Golf Links Road and Kolb Road. The ceiling collapsed causing extensive damage. Downed power lines were reported near 20th and Craycroft Streets. Roof damage to a house was reported near Scarlett Street and Koralee Street. Several trees fell on cars parked at the Tucson Convention Center.

Severe thunderstorm downburst winds blew off approximately one half of the roof of a tire shop at Golf Links Road and Kolb Road. The ceiling collapsed causing extensive damage. Downed power lines were reported near 20th and Craycroft Streets. Roof damage to a house was reported near Scarlett Street and Koralee Street. Several trees fell on cars parked at the Tucson Convention Center.

Thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 mph downed several power lines near the intersection of La Canada and Duval Mine Roads in Green Valley. The Green Valley newspaper reported that approximately one dozen power poles were damaged or destroyed. This resulted in a power loss to over 6000 people in the area.

Thunderstorm downdraft winds downed power poles near the intersection of Grande and St. Marys Roads, and 10 power poles were downed or damaged near the intersection of Irvington Road and Harrison Road.

Thunderstorm downdraft winds downed power poles near the intersection of Grande and St. Marys Roads, and 10 power poles were downed or damaged near the intersection of Irvington Road and Harrison Road.

Severe thunderstorm outflow winds downed power lines near the intersection of Valencia and Mark Rds.

Thunderstorm outflow winds blew down a power line at the intersection of Blacklidge and Campbell, and then also at the intersection of Speedway and 6th Avenue.

Power lines knocked down at Wentworth and Wetstones Road near New Tucson.

Power pole knocked down at Camino Seco and Golf Links road.

Extensive wind damage occurred on the north side of Tucson due to a microburst. Damage reported included 28 power poles knocked down including a dozen at River Road and Dodge Blvd resulting in 35,000 customers without power, some for an extended period as much as two days. Damage was also reported at the Jewish Community Center near River Road and Alvernon Way. There was also roof damage to numerous businesses and hundreds of trees knocked down.

Power outages were reported in Ajo as a result of power lines being down.

Davis Monthan Air Force Base recorded a gust to 64 mph as the result of a wet microburst. Nearby damage just east of the base included 13 power poles downed and a roof blown off a home and onto several cars in the vicinity of Escalante Road just to the east of Kolb Road.

Several power poles and a tree were reported down near 22nd street between Swan Road and Columbus Road.

Power lines were reported down at Oracle road and River road.

Over a dozen trees and at least two power lines were downed near Fort Lowell and Dodge Blvd.

Over a dozen trees and at least two power lines were downed near Fort Lowell and Dodge Blvd.

Power poles down near Golf Links and Prudence in Tucson.

Strong winds from a thunderstorm knocked down about 20 large power poles along North 11th Avenue south of Speedway Blvd. in Tucson.

Thunderstorms across the city of Tucson caused scattered wind damage including:|Several trees down on Golf Links Road between Swan Road and Craycroft Road. |A downed power line at Grant Road and Alvernon Road. |A downed tree which fell on a car at Williams Center near Broadway Boulevard and Rosemont Road. |Several large trees downed on Swan Road north of Sunrise Road. |A 70 foot tree blew down onto the side of the Broadway East Community Center near Broadway and Wilmot.|

Twelve power poles were knocked down due to strong winds along Houghton Road north of Valencia Road leaving 1400 customers without power. There was also a 60 foot tree uprooted in Tucson due to a wet microburst.

Two mobile homes were destroyed and a traditional home partially destroyed in the Ventana Section of the Tucson Foothills. There were two uprooted trees at Grant Road and Kolb Road in Tucson and an estimated 60 mph gust due to thunderstorms in Tucson. A roof also collapsed at a furniture store near 22nd street and Wilmot road. In addition, these thunderstorms knocked down about 20 power poles near Palo Verde Road and Irvington Road. There were 18,000 customers without power in the Tucson area.

A trained spotter reported an estimated wind gust to 60 mph in Green Valley. On Abrego drive in Green Valley there were two downed trees and a huge pecan tree was uprooted near the entrance to La Posada off Continental Road. In addition, five power poles were downed on Hawk Road east of Canoa Road in Green Valley.

Power lines were knocked down along Miracle Mile Strip in Tucson.

A strong thunderstorm caused damage on the north side of Tucson. Winds caused damage at the Rillito racetrack to stable roofs and bent beams on the grandstand. Power lines were also blown over at the intersections of Campbell Road and Roger Road, Stone Road and Roger Road and at Stone Road and Country Club Road.

A microburst brought down seven power poles in Tucson along Irvington Road between Camino Seco and Harrison leaving about 2675 structures without power.

A microburst caused power lines to be knocked down and damaged a shed in Kinney Estates.

A severe thunderstorm produced very strong wind gusts. These wind gusts caused significant damage, with eight power poles being downed on Mission Road. Additionally, several mobile homes were damaged and some were knocked off their foundations on Ajo Way near Mission Road.

Strong thunderstorm wind gusts caused a large billboard and power lines to be downed onto cars near the intersection of 22nd Street and Kolb Road.

Strong thunderstorm wind gusts over the City of Tucson caused four power poles to be downed at 36th Street and Forgeus Avenue.

A strong thunderstorm over southwest Tucson caused significant damage due to strong winds. A trained spotter reported that several trees were uprooted at Country Club Road and Valencia Road. Additionally, the media reported that 7 seven power poles were down along Old Nogales Highway. Also, 5 trees were reported being uprooted along Aviation Highway at Country Club Road.

Thunderstorm wind gusts on the south side of the Tucson Metro Area caused an awning to be blown off a home and onto nearby power lines. Additionally, debris that was picked up by the wind caused damage to an exposed gas line.

A thunderstorm wind gust over the Tucson Metro Area caused a metal roof to be torn off of a building which in turn sliced through a nearby power line.

A strong thunderstorm wind gust caused power lines to be downed near Speedway Boulevard and Wilmot Road.

An intense thunderstorm over the south and southeast portion of the Tucson Metro Area brought strong winds that caused several areas of damage. Four 15 to 20 foot tall trees were downed near Kolb Road and Golf Links Road. Large trees were also downed causing roof damage near Wilmont Road and 29th Street. Additionally, three power poles were snapped along North Larrea Lane near the intersection of Cloud Road and Pantano Road. About 7,000 customers where without power.

A thunderstorm producing strong winds moved through the southwest side of Tucson causing six power poles to be knocked down along Old Nogales Highway at Airport Road. Over 4000 people were without power for over an hour due to the downed power poles.

Strong thunderstorm wind gusts (possibly a microburst) knocked down 15 power poles along Grant Road, one woman was caught in her vehicle with energized wires on top of it.

A severe thunderstorm which moved across the Tucson Metro Area caused several large trees and power lines to be downed across the city. Also there were multiple reports of roof damage.

A severe thunderstorm over the Tucson Metro Area caused damage in several areas, including a power pole snapping near North Pantano Road and East Speedway Boulevard, leaving 10,000 customers without power. Additionally, power lines were downed at the intersection of Oracle Road and Wetmore Road.

Strong thunderstorm winds, estimated to be about 60 mph (52 knots) downed a power pole on Wetmore Road near Oracle Road in Tucson.

Strong winds, estimated to be 65 mph (56 knots) caused four power poles to be downed at Manville Road and Reservation Road.

A severe thunderstorms rolled across the southeast side of the City of Tucson causing several power poles to be downed, trees to be blown down, and an estimated wind gusts of 75 mph (65 knots). Three of the power poles were along South Wilmot Road.

Strong thunderstorm winds caused power poles and power lines to be downed at the intersection of 1st Avenue and Limberlost Road. Also a large tree was blown down causing damage to an apartment complex.

Thunderstorm associated winds blew down three power poles near Grant Road and Interstate 10 in Tucson.

A thunderstorm that moved through the Southeast side of the Tucson Metro Area caused some damage as estimated wind gusts of 50 mph (43 knots) moved across the area. The winds blew a power line off its pole as well as blew a street sign down.

Law enforcement reported that several power poles were downed by thunderstorm wind gusts on Orange Grove Road near Thornydale Road.

Strong thunderstorm winds caused the power lines at the 39th block of 16th Avenue to be downed.

Law Enforcement reported power lines downed just to the west of downtown Tucson and 3 miles SW of Tucson.

Law Enforcement reported about 5 power poles had been downed on the northwest side of Tucson. Newspapers reported that the same storm caused a tree to be downed on a home on Ederbrooke Road, and an NWS employee reported that another tree was uprooted and across Ina Road between La Cholla Road and La Canada Road.

Fire department reported that roofing had been blown off of a building and a power pole was downed near the intersection of Silverbell and El Camino Del Cerro.

A power pole was downed by thunderstorm wind gusts near the intersection of River and Oracle.

A severe thunderstorm produced damaging winds. A spotters reported an awning blown off an apartment building on 5th Street and Alvernon Road. Several large trees were also blown down on 22nd Street and Columbus Road. A spotter recorded 63 mph wind gust on Old Spanish Trail and Freeman Road. Interstate 10 was closed for four hours near Kolb Road due to downed power poles.

Power lines blown down vicinity Limberlost and Oracle roads. Tree blown down onto three vehicles on west Speedway road.

Power poles down and power out from Why to Ajo to Lukeville.

Power lines blown down.

9 power poles toppled on south side of Tucson.

6 power poles snapped in remote area on east side of Tucson. Power out in some areas for 36 hours.

An upper-level trough and surface cold front triggered lines of showers and isolated thunderstorms in southeast Arizona. Lightning from one storm damaged a power pole on the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Thunderstorms moved southwest across southeast Arizona during the afternoon and evening. In the Tucson Metro area, damaging winds downed dozens of power poles and heavy rain resulted in flash flooding. Flash flooding also occurred in the Cochise County community of St. David.

Thunderstorms moved northwest across southeast Arizona during the afternoon and evening. In Tucson, power poles and trees were downed and some roads were flooded. Flash flooding also occurred in Nogales.

Scattered thunderstorms moved northwest across Pinal and Pima counties during the afternoon and evening. Storms became severe across southeast Pinal County where numerous power poles were downed that resulted a days long power outage. A dust storm caused a traffic accident on Interstate 10.

Thunderstorms moved west across southeast Arizona. Thunderstorm winds downed power lines in Patagonia while heavy rain caused flash flooding in the Baboquivari Mountains.

Thunderstorms moved northwest across southeast Arizona. Thunderstorm winds produced a wall of dust and downed power lines northwest of Tucson while heavy rain caused flash flooding in the Baboquivari Mountains.

Scattered thunderstorms moved west across southeast Arizona during the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorm wind gusts downed power poles in Catalina, Kearny and Vail while flash flooding occurred in Nogales and Tucson.

Scattered thunderstorms developed across the Mogollon Rim and International Border during the afternoon and moved west across southeast Arizona through the evening hours. Several storms became severe with damaging winds of 60 to 90 mph that created blowing dust and downed trees and power poles. The most extensive structural damage occurred in the Sierra Vista/Fort Huachuca and Green Valley/Sahuarita areas.

Isolated thunderstorms developed and moved west across parts of southeast Arizona. One storm produced damaging winds that downed power poles near Santa Rosa.

Isolated thunderstorms developed over southeast Arizona during the afternoon. One cluster of storms tracked north across western Pima County and downed power poles in Ajo.

Scattered slow moving thunderstorms developed over portions of Santa Cruz, Pima and Pinal counties during the afternoon. Some storms produced strong winds and large hail. A power pole was downed near San Miguel and blowing dust was reported near Eloy.

A few isolated storms in central Pima County congealed into one larger storm during the evening that downed a power pole just to the north of Lukeville.

Isolated thunderstorms formed over southeast Arizona. One storm produced thunderstorm winds that downed power poles on the Tohono O'odham Nation.

Thunderstorms formed over Pima County and southern Pinal County during the late evening. One strong storm formed just north of Oro Valley and moved westward through Marana downing power poles, uprooting trees, and causing property damage.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms formed area wide during the afternoon and evening hours and generally moved westward. The storms caused severe wind gusts across southeast Arizona bringing down power poles and causing property damage.

Storms formed rapidly over the Tucson metro and moved westward during the late afternoon and early evening hours. The storms intensified over the west side of Tucson causing flash flooding and damage to houses and power poles.

Scattered thunderstorms formed across southeast Arizona and moved west. The strongest storms occurred over the Tohono O'odham Nation during the late afternoon. One storm became severe with damaging winds that knocked down two power poles near Ak Chin village.

Scattered thunderstorms drifted east across southeast Arizona. One storm produced wind damage and resulted in a power outage in southeast Tucson.

Scattered thunderstorms formed across Pima and Pinal counties and moved westward throughout the day and knocked power poles down near Sells and far southwestern Pinal County.

A small dust devil caused a power outage at the Pima County Fairgrounds.

Precipitable water values in the 1.3-1.5 inch range combined with weak steering flow produced a few very slow moving and heavy raining thunderstorms. Some storms impacted the Tucson metro, with wind damage, power outages, flash flooding and swift water rescues.

With high amplitude ridge still over the plains, warm temperatures and ample moisture again contributed to scattered thunderstorms. A few thunderstorms produced wind damage to trees and power poles.

A thunderstorm outflow caused power lines to be knocked down leaving the entire town of Ajo without power.

A thunderstorm outflow caused power lines to be knocked down leaving about 2600 homes without power.

A series of thunderstorms marched across the greater Tucson metropolitan area knocking down power poles, producing golf ball sized hail and creating blowing dust. Approximately 10 power poles fell in 5 different locations damaging two vehicles and closing a portion of Interstate 10. Neither the large hail nor the reduced visibility from blowing dust sparked any reports of injury or damage.

A thunderstorm complex developed over the city of Tucson knocking down and damaging power poles in three separate locations. The storm also produced blowing dust reducing visibility to near zero in many locations. Approximately 30 power poles were damaged or snapped causing more than 24,000 customers to lose power. Fortunately, there were no major injuries reported.

A dry microburst caused 7 power poles to snap and damaged 2 others forcing a dozen homes to be evacuated as power lines draped across them. No one was injured and there was minimal damage to the homes.

With a jet diving into northern portions of Arizona, moisture and dynamics were sufficient for strong storm development. The storm prediction center had issued a severe thunderstorm watch for portions of Southeast Arizona due to these favorable conditions. A weak impulse was embedded in the flow overhead, along with better shear which all helped to lead to severe thunderstorm development. The storms were producing heavy rain and gusty winds in excess of 55 MPH. The winds were strong enough to knock down power poles and uproot trees in Northern Pima County.

A severe thunderstorm developed over the Rincon Mountains and moved west into Tucson. Eight power poles were downed at Ft. Lowell Road. One of the poles fell on a car traveling on the road, but no injuries were reported.

A severe thunderstorm moved through the city of Tucson, producing damaging wind. Tucson city of Communication reported two power poled downed. There were several reports of tree down across the city, with one near Grant Road and Park Avenue and another at 1st Avenue and Tangerine. The newspaper reported a 12x60 foot mobile home flipped on its side.

A severe thunderstorm moved across Vail during the evening, producing damaging winds. A spotter reported 70 mph winds and half of an inch rain in 30 minutes. Tucson police reported several down power poles along Interstate 10 near Vail and Wentworth.

Severe thunderstorms developed over the area and produced damaging winds and flash flooding. Tucson city of communication reported 15 downed power poles on West Manville Road near North Reservation Road adn Sauguaro National Park West. The newspaper also reported a mobile home blown of stands and several buildings with roof damage. This storm also produced heavy rain. There was 2 feet of waster on Magee and La Cholla Roads and was closed. Two care were stranded in the Canada del Oro Wash near La Cholla and the Omni Tucson National Golf Resort. Another car was swept near a mile down the Canada del Oro Wash near La Cholla. There were no injuries reported.

A strong thunderstorm developed over the Rincon Mountains and moved west across Tucson. Strong winds knocked down 10 power poles along Houghton Road between Broadway and Speedway.

A line of severe thunderstorms moved across Tucson producing damaging winds. The strongest wind gust of 64 mph was recorded at Davis Monthan AFB at 759 pm MST. The Tucson International Airport recorded 58 mph and the anemometer located at the rooftop of the University of Arizona building recorded 78 mph wind gust. Damage reports included an awning torn off a house at 5th Street and Alvernon and several houses reported roof damage. Tucson City of Communications reported 2 downed power poles along Bear Canyon near Golf Links and Houghton Roads.

A severe thunderstorm developed over Sahuarita and produced damaging winds. Pima county dispatch reported 21 downed power poles on the north side of Pima Mined Road.

A severe thunderstorm developed over the greater Tucson area producing damaging winds, hail, and flash flooding. Hail size ranged from 1.5 inches in diameter at the University of Arizona to one inch in diameter across Tucson and Marana. A spotter in central Tucson recorded a peak wind gust of 60 mph and the ASOS at the Tucson International Airport recorded a peak wind gust of 54 mph. The strong winds also knocked down a power pole which left 2300 customers without power. The winds also overturned a mobile home located on Old Vail Road. There was also widespread flash flooding, with rainfall rates of greater than a half of an inch in 30 minutes. Several roads were closed due to flooding which included Sahuarita, Overton and La Cholla roads at Canada del Oro wash, and Davidson.

A severe thunderstorm moved over Tucson producing damaging winds and flash flooding. Strong winds knocked down a line of power poles along Kolb Street between 22nd Street and Speedway. Winds also toppled a 100 foot eucalyptus tree onto a house located on East Broadway and Kolb Street. Along with damaging winds, this storm also produced heavy precipitation. Rainfall amounts ranged from near an inch at several gages in central Tucson to .20 inches on the northeast and northwest portions of the city. Most of the precipitation fell within the first 30 minutes of the event. Tucson International Airport also recorded .66 inches of precipitation for the entire event. Tucson dispatch reported several streets flooded.

A merger of two storms created a severe thunderstorm producing heavy rainfall across Tucson as it moved northwest at 10 mph. This storm not only produced damaging winds but also was one of the largest flash flooding events during the monsoon season. At 459 pm MST, Davis Monthan AFB recorded a peak wind gust of 69 mph. Between 500 and 530 pm MST, several reports of wind damage flowed into the NWS office. Reports of power poles downed in locations such as Limberlost Road and Oracle, Tanque Verde and Sabino Canyon were mentioned. In all 8 power poles were downed across Tucson causing a loss of power for 18,000 people, including Tucson International Airport. There were 22 reports of toppled trees, including one that fell on top of a mobile home. There was roof damage to the El Dorado Hospital, portions of a roof ripped off of Bobo's Restaurant, and restaurant sign blown down at Grant and County Club. Not only was this storm severe but it also caused flash flooding. Rainfall amounts ranged from .79 inches at Tucson International Airport to 2.21 inches at Alamo Wash at Glenn Avenue. Most of the rain fell within one hour. A NWS employee reported flooding at Craycroft south of Sunrise, Synder and Ventana wash, and Sunrise at Sabino Canyon. A spotter reported five feet of water at the intersection of Grant and Dodge, with stores being flooded. Another spotter reported two feet of water had swept vehicles off the road at Canada del Oro wash near Overton Road. Through the entire event, a total of 25 swift water rescues occurred and 163 barricades were placed at flooded streets. At 745 pm MST, a spotter in Green Valley reported 1.33 inches of rain in 30 minutes. The heavy rainfall produced street flooding at Casa Verde and Esperenza.

A severe thunderstorm moved through Green Valley and Sahuarita area, producing damaging winds. The strong winds knocked down a power pole causing a power outage for several hours. The storm also produced over an inch of precipitation. However, there were no reports of flooding.

A line of thunderstorms extended from Marana, through Tucson, to Green Valley. A majority of the damage from the thunderstorms occurred on the south side of Tucson. First reports of came in from Tucson International Airport with hail size of 3/8 inch in diameter at 530 pm MST. A spotter on the south side of Tucson recorded peak wind gust of 79 mph with an anemometer at 530 pm MST. Between 540 pm and 610 pm several reports of damage flowed into the NWS office. A chimney was blown off the roof of Davis Monthan AFB. Several large trees were blown down in Kennedy Park near Mission Road and west Ajo Road. Another report of a large tree was blocking the intersection of Grant and First Avenue, with a metal parking light pole bent over in the street. A roof was blown off a house on the south side of Tucson. Five power poles were knocked down on North Greasewood Road, with another 10 power poles downed on Valencia and Mission roads. Throughout the city, a total of 25 power poles were reported knocked down by the strong winds. The Tucson International Airport received .96 inches of rainfall throughout the event, with a spotter receiving 1.17 inches on the south side of Tucson. There was only one report of a swift water rescue on Santa Clara near Interstate 10.

A severe thunderstorm developed over the Catalina mountains and moved over Oro Valley and northwest portions of Tucson. At 1720 MST a spotter reported measured wind gust of 60 mph. On La Cholla Blvd, 3 power poles were downed from damaging winds and there were tiles blown off a home in Oro Valley. Power was cut off on the northwest side of Tucson throughout most of the night. At 1815 MST, a spotter reported .75 inch diameter hail and various reports of pea size hail.

Damaging winds from a severe thunderstorm ripped a roof off of a home in the Sahuarita area. There were also 13 power poles downed by strong winds at Pima Mine Road and Old Nogales Highway.

Strong winds from a severe thunderstorm ripped the roof off a home in Pisinimo and also knocked power lines down.

Damaging winds from a severe thunderstorm downed 4 power poles near Ajo.

A microburst caused 5 power poles to snap and 2 mobile home to collapse between Drexel and Valencia Roads on the south side of Tucson. Also there was minor damge to cars by wind blown construction panels at the Tucson International airport. A spotter near the area recorded a peak wind gust of 60 mph on a hand held anemometer.

A severe thunderstorm produced damaging winds that brought trees and power poles down on the east side of Tucson. Down trees damaged two cars and portions of a roof from a 4th story building were blown off due to the strong winds.