# Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Graham County Through 3:15 PM

Graham County, AZ —

**What is happening:** The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northwestern Graham County in southeastern Arizona, in effect until 3:15 PM MST. At 2:33 PM, radar showed a severe thunderstorm 7 miles east of Peridot, moving northeast at 40 miles per hour.

**Local impacts:** This storm is carrying 60-mile-per-hour wind gusts and quarter-size hail. The Weather Service says hail damage to vehicles is expected, along with wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Places in the path include Peridot, Bylas, Calva, and Point-Of-Pines, along with Route 70 between mile markers 272 and 296. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect for parts of southeast Arizona until 8:00 PM.

**What to do:**

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

- If you are driving, pull off the road and wait out the storm.

- Bring pets indoors and secure loose items outside.

*Source: National Weather Service, Tucson, AZ. Issued October 22, 2026.*