Multiple Tornadoes Strike Navajo Nation, Utah, Colorado, Arizona

Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms recently affected the Navajo Nation and surrounding areas in Arizona, Utah, and Colorado, prompting multiple tornado warnings and emergency alerts. On September 12, a funnel cloud formed near Window Rock, Arizona, but did not touch down, while heavy rain and thunderstorms continued to impact the region. The next day, a tornado was confirmed near Montezuma Creek in San Juan County, Utah, damaging several homes and leading to shelter being provided at local facilities. The National Weather Service issued warnings for areas including San Juan County, Utah, and western Montezuma County, Colorado, cautioning residents to seek shelter due to dangerous flying debris and potential damage to mobile homes and structures. Despite the rarity of tornadoes in Arizona, officials acknowledge that four to six tornadoes can occur annually, and emergency management continues to monitor for flash flooding and wind gusts. Residents were advised to remain vigilant and follow official updates as the weather system shifted and storm activity persisted across the Four Corners region.