Phoenix Dust Storm Hits East Valley

A massive dust storm slammed into Phoenix’s East Valley around 5 PM, slashing visibility to under a mile and whipping winds over 30 mph—turning the desert into a cinematic chaos. Stretching from Gateway Airport to South Mountain Park and moving north at 15 mph, the storm prompted a National Weather Service advisory urging drivers to pull over, turn off headlights, and avoid slamming brakes. Major highways including I-10, I-17, and Route 51 faced severe hazards, especially between key mile markers, as commuters battled near-zero visibility. A stark reminder of nature’s sudden power—and why staying safe matters more than ever in the desert. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dd18e811781585bf