More Pima County Environment Weather Stories

The Buzz: How snowmelt affects Arizona's water supply

How much will a wet winter improve drought conditions around the state?

The Buzz: Arizona and snow

While non-rain precipitation is rare in the deserts, it's not uncommon for the mountains to get feet of snow each year.

The Buzz: Looking back on 2022

Newsworthy interviews and topics that we addressed this year.

The Buzz: A strong monsoon brings road closures and floods

Why does some infrastructure get overwhelmed by above-average summer rain?

Pima County Issues Ground-Level Ozone Advisory

Thursday marks the second consecutive day of an advisory.

Some fire restrictions ease ahead of the holiday weekend

Officials warn to always check restriction status before starting a fire.

Contreras Fire listed as 100% contained

Local management team will hand over control Saturday.

Low saguaro reproduction numbers at national park in Tucson

Drought cycle that dates to the mid-1990s thought to be responsible

Tucson Riverbed Clearing Underway

The Santa Cruz and Rillito channels are being readied for monsoon rains.

Flood Management Plan Could Bring Lower Insurance Rates

Pima County supervisors start process to draft a new plan that could save homeowners on flood insurance.

4 More Weeks of Monsoon, Tucson Has Beaten Normal Rain Totals

Tucson has received more than six inches of rain since the monsoon began, and much of Southern Arizona has surpassed normal totals.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.

Tropical Storm Bud Likely to End Area's Dry Streak of 100+ Days

The storm is traveling up the Gulf of California, and outer bands are expected to bring rain in the coming days.

Hot Summer Could Mean Strong Monsoon

Hotter-than-normal June expected to usher in average or above-average rain season.

Dry Weather Pushing Tucson Area to Peak Wildfire Season

Lack of moisture, high temperatures and windy days make for prime fire conditions.

Dry, Hot August Follows Record-Setting July Rain

Weather Service meteorologist says storms become less frequent in September, unless a large Pacific storm hits.

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