US EditionPhoenix Sky Harbor Airport Still Recovering From Monday's Dust Storm, Monsoon
The haboob caused wind gusts up to 70 mph and 0.29 inches of rain, resulting in thousands losing power and hundreds of flight delays at Phoenix Sky Harbor, officials said.
- On August 25, 2025, a massive haboob dust storm hit Phoenix, Arizona, disrupting Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and the surrounding area.
- The haboob formed from strong thunderstorm outflow winds that lifted dust and sand into a towering 5,000-foot wall, causing hazardous visibility and prompting an FAA ground stop.
- The dust storm forced the airport to halt operations for about an hour, delayed over 200 departure flights, caused flight diversions, and resulted in roof leaks and water damage inside the terminal.
- Travelers described the storm as intense and unprecedented, with wind gusts up to 70 mph, and officials urged drivers to "pull aside, stay alive" during dangerously low visibility conditions.
- The National Weather Service predicts ongoing storm activity over the next few days, bringing strong winds, frequent lightning, and heavy rain, while airport staff carry out damage inspections and work to remove water from affected areas.
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