A massive haboob swept through Phoenix on Monday (August 25), leaving a trail of damage, power outages, and flight delays in its wake. The towering wall of dust, driven by strong winds from a thunderstorm, plunged the city into near-zero visibility. According to USA Today , thousands of residents were left without power as the storm barreled through Phoenix and surrounding areas.

The storm, which originated in San Tan Valley, reached downtown Phoenix within an hour, bringing with it powerful winds and heavy rain. The National Weather Service issued both dust storm and severe thunderstorm warnings, urging drivers to exercise caution due to dangerously low visibility. AccuWeather reported that the Arizona Department of Transportation echoed these warnings , advising drivers on I-10 a

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