What Is A Haboob? This is a common question that is asked by those new to the southwest desert that are unfamiliar with the region’s unique climate. In short, a haboob is a type of dust storm that is often fast developing and intense. They are typically found in arid regions and can cause...

Simple And Obvious Safety Tips When A Haboob Strikes Arizona is known for beautiful and delightful weather year round, however there are certain times of the year when weather events can create hazards. One such example is when monsoon season approaches and windstorms result in severe dust storms. With that said, following a few...

Lightning Storm Safety Tips Phoenix Arizona is a beautiful and inviting part of the country that everyone should experience at some time or another. However, the area does experience severe weather conditions that can have a big impact on overall safety. For example, monsoon season brings with it many violent thunderstorms that have the...

Safety Tips For Homeowners When Dealing With A Flash Flood It seems that monsoon season arrives right on schedule each and every year in the desert southwest. While these massive rainstorms can bring much-needed relief in terms of moisture and water, they can also cause serious property damage and personal injury due to flash...

Avoiding The Negative Effects Of Monsoon Generated Dust Storms Monsoon season comes around each year right on schedule and with it comes many undesirable weather events that can easily be avoided. One example of this is the all too frequent dust storm that occurs throughout the Valley almost every year. Dust storms or haboobs...