A menacing wall of dust appears in the distance, suddenly blocking the sun as visibility drops to almost nothing.
Blasts of wind scatter tree branches that block traffic lanes and dust gives way to torrents of rain that flood roadways.
Drivers who don’t know how to respond can be shaken, stranded or even injured. That’s why the Arizona Department of Transportation is kicking off Monsoon Awareness Week (June 13-17) by sharing important safety information so motorists are prepared for dust storms and severe weather.