First published Oct 21, 2026, 6:42:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 21, 2026, 7:22:15 AM UTC

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NWS Flagstaff issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Gila and Yavapai counties, Arizona, until 12:15 a.m. MST

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The National Weather Service in Flagstaff issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Gila County, Arizona, until 12:45 AM MST on October 21. The warning reported ping-pong-ball-size hail, winds up to 60 mph, and an instruction to shelter indoors.

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Affected location: Gila County, Arizona

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The warning directs people to seek shelter and stay away from windows because the storm could cause injuries and damage.

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Oct 21, 2026, 7:12 AM UTC
The National Weather Service in Flagstaff issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Gila County, Arizona, until 12:45 AM MST on October 21. The warning reported ping-pong-ball-size hail, winds up to 60 mph, and an instruction to shelter indoors.
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