Phoenix Experiences Major Monsoon Storm

A significant monsoon storm recently impacted the Phoenix metropolitan area and Pinal County, marking the first big weather event of 2025.

Many homes and businesses found themselves without power, which was particularly challenging during the evening hours. Additionally, aviation operations at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport faced major disruptions as flights were grounded.

In the Ahwatukee area, strong winds caused traffic signs to topple along roads near 48th Avenue and Ray Road.

In Chandler, one family witnessed a tree crash onto their home, damaging the roof. Gibby Para, a local resident, assessed the damage in their East Valley neighborhood.

Similar scenes unfolded across the East Valley, where viewers captured photos of fallen trees on a white van near Tempe. Another clip, shared in a local Facebook group, depicted trees crashing into a carport, which resulted in damage to several vehicles.

Viewer Todd also recorded significant wind damage in Gilbert, where a wooden structure was snapped in half near Cooper and Elliott Road.

The storm, rolling from southern Arizona along the I-10 corridors, was something people won’t forget easily. Meanwhile, ASU’s Sundeville Football captured an impressive time-lapse video from Mountain America Stadium.

In Tempe, trees fell onto a white van near Hardy Road, showcasing the storm’s reach.

As for Phoenix Sky Harbor, the storm resulted in some damage to one of its terminals. An airport spokesperson confirmed that operations were impacted and that crews were actively working to assess the situation and address the water intrusion into passenger areas.

In southwestern Arizona, rain levels were reportedly more than double those recorded in parts of the Southeast Valley, raising concerns about flash floods, especially in Yuma County.

This recent weather event serves as a reminder of the intense conditions sometimes faced during monsoon season.