Category: Weather
An EF1 tornado touched down north of Waukon, Iowa, on Monday night, with peak winds reaching 105 miles per hour and a path of just under four miles.
Keywords: tornado, Waukon, National Weather Service
Source: KGAN
Update At: 8/7/2024
Weather forecast indicates considerable cloudiness with highs in the upper 90s and lows in the low 70s. Scattered thunderstorms are expected this evening with a 50% chance of rain. The following days will feature a mix of sun and clouds, with temperatures remaining high and a possibility of stray showers or thunderstorms.
The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
A second round of monsoon storms impacted the West Valley and East Valley in Phoenix, causing strong winds and rain. Reports include a woman whose motorhome was knocked over and a homeowner in Buckeye who lost shingles due to the winds. The storms produced significant rainfall and severe thunderstorm warnings across central Arizona, while temperatures are expected to remain high over the next week.
AZFamily
High winds in the Valley caused significant damage, including an RV flipping over, though the occupants were unharmed. Strong to severe storms are developing in the area, bringing moisture and strong outflow winds.
12News
Utility crews are working to restore electricity after storms caused power outages affecting 20,000-30,000 customers in the Phoenix area. The storms produced strong winds and microbursts, leading to downed trees and powerlines. Further thunderstorms are expected, potentially causing additional disruptions.
KTAR.com
Some regions of the Valley received about half an inch of rainfall during monsoon storms on July 24, with Litchfield Park, north Glendale, and south Phoenix experiencing the most precipitation, while Tempe, Chandler, and Gilbert saw little to no rain.
Severe thunderstorm warnings and flash flood warnings have been issued for Maricopa County, with thunderstorms expected to produce 60 mph wind gusts and penny-size hail. Various highways are affected, and safety tips for driving in rain and protecting against lightning strikes are provided.
The Arizona Republic
Flash flood warnings have been issued for Pima County due to heavy rainfall, with ongoing flash flooding reported in various locations including Tucson, Catalina, and Oro Valley. Life-threatening conditions are possible in urban areas, highways, and underpasses. Residents are advised to prepare for storms and avoid floodwaters.
Yahoo
Flash flood warnings have been issued for Pima County due to heavy rainfall, with ongoing flash flooding reported in various locations including Tucson, Catalina, and Oro Valley. Life-threatening conditions are possible in urban areas and along highways. Residents are advised to prepare for storms and avoid floodwaters.
A flash flood warning has been issued for Pima County due to thunderstorms causing heavy rain, with 1 to 2 inches reported. Flash flooding is expected in areas like Queens Well and Sil Nakya, particularly along dry washes. Residents are advised to prepare by protecting property, seeking high ground, and avoiding floodwaters.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in Myrtle Beach, SC, with a flash flood watch in effect until Friday evening. Tropical moisture will lead to locally heavy rainfall, particularly inland, with temperatures reaching the lower to middle 80s. A cold front will bring drier weather and lower humidity by the weekend, resulting in a rain-free forecast by Sunday.
WMBF