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Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, golf ball-size hail, topple trees

Storms capable of causing hail and wind damage were traveling through central Arizona early Thursday, with some flood watches and the possibility of tornadoes, the National Weather Service said. Violent storms in central Arizona brought possible tornado, golf ball-size hail, and toppled trees. The National Weather Service issued multiple warnings during the severe thunderstorms, which also caused significant damage to homes and utility poles. State Rep. Walt Blackman, who covers parts of Navajo County, requested a state of emergency declaration, citing significant property damage and minor injuries. The storm hit as members of the Overgaard Baptist Church were ending a prayer meeting. Strong winds toppled trees in Flagstaff and Mesa, with some landing on walls and carports. The weather service described this as an unusual occurrence for this area at this time of year.

Violent Arizona storms bring possible tornado, golf ball-size hail, topple trees

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Uprooted trees cause damage at a local apartment complex after storms hit the area, Wednesday, in Mesa, Ariz.

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