Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Whetstone Area in Cochise County, AZ

Source: NOAA · Cochise County, Arizona

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NWS Tucson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for West Central Cochise County until 2:30 PM MST, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail observed near Whetstone.

The weather record, at a glance

Record type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Affected area
Cochise County, Arizona
Issued
September 14, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Tucson AZ

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Alert Details

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning (SVR) has been issued by the National Weather Service in Tucson AZ. The alert is effective from September 14, 2026 at 1:46 PM MST until September 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM MST.

Affected Areas

West Central Cochise County in southeastern Arizona. Locations impacted include Whetstone, Huachuca City, Tombstone and Fairbank. Highways affected are Route 90 between mile markers 303 and 318, Route 80 between mile markers 307 and 316, and Route 82 between mile markers 48 and 67.

What You Should Do

Seek shelter inside a well-built structure and stay away from windows. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

Expected Conditions

At 1:46 PM MST, a severe thunderstorm was located near Whetstone, moving northeast at 10 mph. Hazards include 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

Timeline

The warning is in effect until 2:30 PM MST on September 14, 2026.

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Tucson has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for West Central Cochise County until 2:30 PM MST, with 60 mph winds and quarter-size hail observed near Whetstone.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Cochise County, Arizona. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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