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A Road Closed sign keeps traffic out of the Santa Rosa Wash on Porter Road near Farrell Road. File photo
Monsoon season is officially upon us, and for those new to the area there are several things to know about how to best deal with the unique desert storms that can roll through the region at this time of year.
What is the “monsoon”?
The term refers to the wind shift seen during the summer months that draws moisture to a typically dry area. When prevailing, or strongest, winds change direction, tropical moisture is drawn to the north from Mexico, creating conditions favorable for isolated thunderstorms that can be intense.