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Wind Advisory — Tohono O'odham Nation including Sells, AZ
Issued
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Expires
4:00 PM CDT · sam., oct. 17 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KTWC

Affected Areas

Tohono O'odham Nation including Sells, AZ

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, east to southeast winds 35 to 45
mph with gusts 55 to 70 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, east
to southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...From central Pima County eastward excluding northern Graham
and Greenlee Counties.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 11 PM this evening to 11 PM
MST Friday. For the Wind Advisory, from 11 PM Friday to 2 PM MST
Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages will be possible. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will
blow around and damage unsecured objects. Strong and gusty winds
over desert areas could result in blowing dust, briefly lowering
visibility below a mile at times.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Warning the strongest winds
are expected on the leeward (west and northwest) sides of the
mountains. Terrain gaps and east-west oriented valleys will also be
susceptible to strong winds.

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around
or damaged by the wind.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.