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Following severe dust storms that led to multiple closures of Interstate-10 near San Simon, Arizona, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) deployed Gorilla-Snot®, a biodegradable copolymer emulsion, to stabilize exposed farmland responsible for airborne dust emissions. The treatment created a durable surface crust, preventing wind erosion and ensuring long-term dust suppression.
With strong southwest winds forecasted, the application was set for a real-world test under high-wind conditions. A Wind Advisory and Red Flag Warning were issued, marking critical fire weather conditions that typically intensify dust storms. ADEQ and transportation officials continue monitoring the treated area, expecting Gorilla-Snot® to maintain its effectiveness in controlling fugitive dust and improving highway safety.
Cooler temps and mild conditions this morning give way to strong and gusty southwest winds this afternoon.
Image. Mamta Popat / Arizona Daily Star
Trucks spray “Gorilla-Snot” onto a field owned by David Turner along Interstate 10 near San Simon
As usual, localized blowing dust is possible, which will test out the effectiveness of the “glue” that was applied to a large field west of San Simon last week, that had frequently been a source of freeway-closing blowing dust in the past several weeks. A Wind Advisory is in effect for parts of Southeastern Arizona.
The winds, along with dry conditions, create critical fire weather conditions, and a Red Flag Warning has been issued from noon to 7 p.m.
High: 90
Low: 56
