Severe Thunderstorms with Damaging Winds Until 7:30 PM MST
What’s Happening:
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 7:30 PM MST for parts of west central Cochise, east central Pima, and northeastern Santa Cruz counties. The storm is currently near Whetstone and moving west at 10 mph.
Affected Areas:
- Benson
- Whetstone
- St. David
- Elgin
- Kartchner Caverns State Park
- Mescal
What to Expect:
- Wind gusts up to 60 mph.
Impacts:
- Potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Hazardous driving conditions on Route 90, Route 80, Interstate 10, and Route 82.
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Safety Tips:
- Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows.
- Do not wait for thunder; take cover immediately.
When to Check Back:
Monitor weather.gov or tucson.com/weather for updates.
This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.

