A massive dust storm swept into Phoenix on Monday, plunging the city into darkness, rattling homes, and terrifying drivers across Arizona. The towering wall of dust, known as a haboob, caused flight delays at one of the nation’s busiest airports and left tens of thousands without power. The storm arrived with violent winds, lightning, and heavy rain, leaving residents shaken and scrambling for safety.
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Wall of Dust Strikes
The haboob rolled into Phoenix from the southeast, sweeping through the capital with force. Pushed by thunderstorms, the storm darkened the skies and brought traffic to a halt as drivers lost visibility. Airports, homes, and businesses reported damage, while emergency crews worked through the night to restore basic services.
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Terrifying Experiences Reported
Bernae Boykin Hitesman, who was driving her children home when the storm hit, described the harrowing moments: “I couldn’t see my hand in front of my face if I put my hand outside,” she said. Her car shook under fierce winds for nearly 15 minutes before the storm passed. “My kids were really, really scared, so I was trying to be brave for them,” she added…