The phenomenon occurred on the afternoon of July 27, when heavy rains and winds of up to 150 kilometers per hour impacted various parts of the city. Images show a powerful gust of wind tearing through the hotel and causing damage in seconds.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS), a microburst is a downdraft generated within a thunderstorm, capable of producing winds of up to 160 kilometers per hour or more.
The State Civil Protection Coordination reported that it is maintaining monitoring in Sonora, as a period of intense rainfall is expected to continue, primarily in the mountainous region, with a risk of flash floods and rising rivers and streams.
Videos shared on social media show the intensity of the phenomenon, with objects being swept away by the wind and a drastic reduction in visibility, demonstrating the force of the microburst.
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