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Monsoon Safety Awareness Week was observed June 9-14, 2019. The monsoon season runs from June 15th to September 30th in the Southwest. The monsoon is an influx of moisture from the lower latitudes that lead to daily rounds of thunderstorms. Many agencies collaborated to develop this website where the public can learn about monsoon facts, safety and preparedness, news and events, and get insurance tips.
Heat (June 10, 2019)
Heat (June 10, 2019)
This webcast discusses the Monsoon threat of heat and what you can do to beat the heat.
Downburst Winds/Dust Storms (June 11, 2019)
Downburst Winds/Dust Storms (June 11, 2019)
This webcast discusses the Monsoon season threat of downburst winds and the associated dust storms.
Lightning (June 12, 2019)
Lightning (June 12, 2019)
This webcast discusses the Monsoon threat of lightning. We will talk about deadly weather threat and what you can do to protect yourself.
Flash Flooding (June 13, 2019)
Flash Flooding (June 13, 2019)
This webcast discusses the monsoon threat of flash flooding and how to avoid becoming a victim. Flooding is an underrated killer.
Wrap Up (June 14, 2019)
Wrap Up (June 14, 2019)
This webcast wraps up the great monsoon threats discussed during Monsoon Awareness Week and covers some safety tips and additional monsoon threats.
Additional Informational Videos
Additional Informational Videos
What is the North American Monsoon?
What is the North American Monsoon?
Learn about life-threatening and damaging weather hazards affecting Arizona and its residents during the North American Monsoon.
Monsoon Heat Impact and Safety
Monsoon Heat Impact and Safety
This video provides information about NWS heat forecasts and notifications as well as safety tips. Heat is part of the Monsoon Awareness Week.
Downburst Winds
Downburst Winds
What do downburst winds and water balloons have in common?? That's our Monsoon Awareness Week topic in this video!
Wildfire Scars and Debris Flows
Wildfire Scars and Debris Flows
This video covers the dangers and impacts from debris flows as a result of heavy rain on wildfire scars. This is part of monsoon awareness week.
The Monsoon and How it Affects You
The Monsoon and How it Affects You
Learn about hazardous weather and recommended safety precautions to take associated with the Monsoon.
Dust Storms
Dust Storms
In this video we take a closer look at dangers associated with dust storms and what you can do to stay safe.
Flash Flooding
Flash Flooding
This short video will tell you all you need to know to stay safe from flash flooding this Monsoon season.
Lightning Safety for the Southwest US
Lightning Safety for the Southwest US
This short video provides basic lightning safety information for the American Southwest.
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