Pinal County, AZ — A severe thunderstorm is sweeping north through east central Pinal County, and the National Weather Service in Tucson has it under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning through 2:30 PM MST.

What is happening: At 1:57 PM MST, the storm sat over the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness, pushing north at 45 mph. Forecasters are tracking it on radar, and the warning covers east central Pinal County.

Local impacts: Expect wind gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to quarter size. The Weather Service warns hail can dent and damage vehicles, while the gusts can tear at roofs and siding and bring down tree limbs.

What to do:

- Get inside a sturdy building and stay away from windows.

- Move vehicles under cover if you can do so safely.

- Keep clear of open ground and tall trees until the storm passes.

Source: National Weather Service, Tucson, AZ. Issued October 21, 2026.