The Valley and high country saw major winter weather on Monday as our latest winter storm passed through the state, bringing rain, hail and snow.
Areas across northern Arizona reported heavy snow which closed schools, some roadways and impacted events, including the cancellation of scheduled vaccinations at one site in Flagstaff. Health officials said State Farm Stadium's vaccination site also had to be paused due to severe weather hitting the Valley Monday afternoon.
PHOTOS: Winter storm brings hail to Valley, snow to high country
LIVE UPDATES:
5:52 p.m.
4:45 p.m.
4:20 p.m.
3:55 p.m.
⚠️ Updated road-closure list (due to winter weather) - I-17 NB has just been added⚠️#I17 #aztraffic #phxtraffic #SR260 #SR89A #SR89 pic.twitter.com/JLnB9TdzTZ
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
For anyone who had appointments at the Abrazo Goodyear or the Dignity Chandler/Gilbert sites today, please bring your appointment confirmation from today with you tomorrow. Thank you.
— Public Health (@Maricopahealth) January 25, 2021
Storm damage near 35th Ave. and Union Hills @abc15 pic.twitter.com/M4vXwZ3axm
— Ashley Paredez (@AshleyOnABC15) January 25, 2021
3:30 p.m.
Plows are working to keep up with the snow but this video from I-17 and Schnebly Hill Road shows you why you don’t want to travel right now.#azwx pic.twitter.com/80psEmityG
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
Snow is coming down steadily on I-40. Please stay put until the storm passes. #azwx #KnowSnow #aztraffic #I40 pic.twitter.com/rSXoARyuf1
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
Snow + Desert = 😍 pic.twitter.com/kNvG8zayLL
— Adam Waltz (@Adam_Waltz) January 25, 2021
Please drive safe in these weather conditions. With high winds & rain, we have received numerous calls on trees in the roadway. Members of the #ChandlerPD & @cityofchandler are working to remove the trees as quickly as possible. Please slow down and drive cautiously #chandleraz pic.twitter.com/pdlmsZjYJl
— Chandler Police (@ChandlerPolice) January 25, 2021
3:16 p.m.
“SOUNDED LIKE A BOMB WENT OFF.”
— Zach Crenshaw (@ZachCrenshaw) January 25, 2021
A massive tree was uprooted, falling on an apartment complex near 15th Ave & Camelback.
Fortunately, no one was injured. But the roof has sustained some significant damage.
Proof of those strong winds we saw across the valley. pic.twitter.com/o1170hb5cD
Snow fell in north Scottsdale today covering Scottsdale Fire Station 616. ❤️❄️ #WeCareForYou #snowday2021 pic.twitter.com/lixNQsRVmj
— Scottsdale Fire Department (@ScottsdaleFire) January 25, 2021
Our #COVID19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium is back in operation after pause due to severe weather. If you had to leave during the delay, we'll honor your appointment throughout the week. Thanks for your patience.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 25, 2021
Some light snow in Scottsdale earlier this afternoon @abc15 pic.twitter.com/OLlcz1NRDL
— Ashley Paredez (@AshleyOnABC15) January 25, 2021
Conditions change from appears to be sleet to a snowstorm between Sunset Point and Cordes Junction on I-17. Now is the time to be in front of the fireplace, not on the roads! Stay safe, stay warm...at home!#azwx #aztraffic pic.twitter.com/ogINTORwue
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
3:02 p.m.
Here's an updated list of winter-weather closures. Drivers, please postpone travel in the high country until this storm passes. #AZWX #KnowSnow #aztraffic pic.twitter.com/ESqyelswZc
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
MVD offices CLOSED due to the winter storm:
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
Prescott
Flagstaff
Payson
Please use AZ MVD Now instead: https://t.co/dpbmgjVMK9 pic.twitter.com/t5iVHAsdGb
Jerome State Park also closed, per @AZStateParks https://t.co/bn8z37sQ7k
— Josh Frigerio, ABC15 (@JoshFrigerio) January 25, 2021
2:30 p.m.
Our #COVID19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium remains paused due to heavy weather. If you are at the site, please tune to 1650 AM for updates. If you need to leave the line, we will honor appointments throughout the day and evening.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 25, 2021
Damaging wind in Scottsdale. @abc15 #azwx https://t.co/JQsMY7qDNN
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) January 25, 2021
2:29 p.m.
Our #COVID19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium remains paused due to heavy weather. If you are at the site, please tune to 1650 AM for updates. If you need to leave the line, we will honor appointments throughout the day and evening.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 25, 2021
2:26 p.m.
Snow levels are around ~2,000 ft and due to this we are seeing reports of snow in higher desert locations such as cave creek. Seeing any snow? Send us your report! #azwx
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) January 25, 2021
2:25 p.m.
IT'S SNOWING!! 🌨️❄️☃️ Stopped at Bashas and the hail turned into flurries. One cashier said "I've never seen people so happy!" @abc15 pic.twitter.com/a2grMBuuCD
— Adam Waltz (@Adam_Waltz) January 25, 2021
2:20 p.m.
POWER OUTAGES: More than 25,000 without power across the Valley
2:15 p.m.
39° 👀 https://t.co/ZnGGzo8z2O
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) January 25, 2021
2:14 p.m.
Rain (and a lot of hail) coming down near 18th Street/Camelback right now. @abc15 #azwx #rain pic.twitter.com/yTihezcozX
— Danny Bavaro (@dannybavaro) January 25, 2021
1:56 p.m.
Heavy rain, strong winds, dangerous lightning and small hail possible along this line of storms moving thru the Phoenix area.
— Iris Hermosillo (@IrisABC15) January 25, 2021
Indoors is the place to be until they pass. #abc15wx https://t.co/FCbHUEQHNr
1:55 p.m.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning including Phoenix AZ, Scottsdale AZ, Fountain Hills AZ until 2:15 PM MST pic.twitter.com/XAd8yunkBd
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) January 25, 2021
1:54 p.m.
Significant Weather Advisory for Maricopa and Pinal Counties until 245 PM MST. https://t.co/YJaiev9Kuw #azwx #cawx pic.twitter.com/GR44ko9afl
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) January 25, 2021
1:53 p.m.
Damaging wind gusts in downtown Phoenix! #azwx pic.twitter.com/oOLBcAZBTx
— Jorge Torres (@JorgeTWeather) January 25, 2021
1:07 p.m.
UPDATE: The site has paused operations due to lightning. Those in line can tune to 1650 AM for these instructions: Remain in your vehicle and place your vehicle in park. https://t.co/ol0ihPMT5M
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 25, 2021
12:18 p.m.
1/25 11:52am: The mountain has reached COVID-19 capacity and Snowbowl Rd. is closed for the remainder. For assistance, please email customerservice@snowbowl.ski. Tickets, rentals and lessons are sold out through 1/31.
— Arizona Snowbowl Updates (@AZSBUpdates) January 25, 2021
12:05 p.m.
Winter weather closures:
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
- SR 260 is closed between Star Valley and Heber
- SR 87 northbound, north of Payson
- SR 89A is closed between Sedona and Interstate 17
SR 87 is open between Phx and Payson, but we strongly discourage drivers from traveling during the storm.#azwx pic.twitter.com/Jdjg9C2yCC
11:58 a.m.
11:48 a.m.
11:45 AM MST - We are seeing a bit of a lull in portions of Yavapai and Coconino counties. Don't your guard down, heavy snow showers are quickly moving back into these areas over the next hour or two. #azwx pic.twitter.com/QSJmJ49bss
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) January 25, 2021
11:50 AM: Showers are increasing across western Maricopa County, ahead of the main line. Any of these showers have the potential to produce lightning, small hail, and wind gusts to 40 mph. #azwx pic.twitter.com/a3Zrzb5Gow
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) January 25, 2021
11:18 a.m.
11:15 AM MST - 5.6 inches of new snow at the Flagstaff Airport since 5 AM. 18 inches on the ground. Snowfall rates will increase in the Flagstaff area this afternoon with several more inches by sunset. Travel conditions will only get worse so avoid travel if possible. #azwx
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) January 25, 2021
11:04 a.m.
1/25 11:01am: Snowbowl Rd. is currently closed due to an accident. The road will reopen when vehicles are cleared, but the mountain is approaching COVID-19 capacity; a limited number of vehicles will be allowed up when the road reopens.
— Arizona Snowbowl Updates (@AZSBUpdates) January 25, 2021
10:48 a.m.
PAYSON AREA CLOSURES
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
Due to winter weather, SR 87 is closed north of Rye to just north of Payson (mp 246-256). SR 260 is closed from Star Valley to Heber (mp 256-302).#azwx #aztraffic pic.twitter.com/0Hj3gZtaD9
* WINTER ROAD CLOSURES, please share***
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
SR 87 NB is closed at MP 256.
SR 87 SB is closed at MP 246.
SR 260 EB is closed at MP 256.
SR 260 WB is closed at MP 302. #aztraffic #payson #knowsnow #snowstorm2021
10:33 a.m.
Due to an increase in snowfall, vaccination appointments at Fort Tuthill in Flagstaff for 1 p.m. and onward are CANCELLED. More at https://t.co/Irzj0gg9Uc pic.twitter.com/J8fmZMvzYz
— Coconino County (@CoconinoCounty) January 25, 2021
10:30 a.m.
#Truckers: Arizona is expecting extreme winter conditions over the next couple of days. Please look at using routes in lower elevations like I-10 and I-8 to pass through Arizona.@TRUCKINGdotORG
— Arizona DOT (@ArizonaDOT) January 25, 2021
#trucking #azwx
Image: I-40 between Ash Fork and Williams abt 8 a.m. on Jan. 25 pic.twitter.com/pGvP3aXggH
Current estimated timing for the Phoenix area:
— NWS Phoenix (@NWSPhoenix) January 25, 2021
Line of showers and embedded thunderstorms, potentially with gusts up to 45 mph, will be 1 PM - 3 PM this afternoon.
Scattered light to moderate showers will continue until then. #azwx
9:56 a.m.
10:00 AM MST - Based on the latest radar trends, here is our updated timing on when the heaviest snow will fall. During these time frames, expect white out conditions, 2-3 inch per hour snowfall rates, and near impossible travel conditions. Please avoid travel if you can. #azwx pic.twitter.com/V6mKnNpEiG
— NWS Flagstaff (@NWSFlagstaff) January 25, 2021
8:50 a.m.
Due to the storm, Slide Rock State Park and Tonto Natural Bridge State Park are inaccessible. They will remain closed until further notice! Stay safe, AZ!
— Arizona State Parks (@AZStateParks) January 25, 2021
6 a.m.
Due to inclement weather, COVID mobile van testing for today, Monday January 25th has been CANCELLED. Residents can reschedule appointments for Tuesday-Saturday. There will be extra appointments added: https://t.co/nNSNHNjODk #PHXWeather
— City of Phoenix, AZ (@CityofPhoenixAZ) January 25, 2021
MORE: All Blue Ridge schools are closed TODAY. There will be no online or in-person instruction. #abc15wx
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) January 25, 2021
