Thousands were left without power after a gigantic wall of dust and a monsoon slammed through Phoenix, causing damage and flight delays. On Monday, Aug. 25, a haboob, a huge dust storm caused by strong winds from a thunderstorm, barreled through Phoenix. Photos and videos show a massive cloud of dust consuming homes as it engulfs Phoenix and the surrounding areas. … A flood advisory was also issued, according to AZ Central.

Other monsoon and weather news around the West:

• Arizona Daily Star (Tucson): How Tucson’s dry monsoon could affect groundwater recharge
• The Arizona Republic: Monsoon storm hits Phoenix area, causing outages and airport damage
• The Desert Sun (Palm Springs, Calif.): Powerful storms drench Coachella Valley, bringing heavy winds and flooding
• The Desert Review (Brawley, Calif.): Severe thunderstorms strike Imperial County, triggering safety alerts