Severe thunderstorm moves through Apache Junction & Gold Canyon on Aug 21st

Severe thunderstorms moved through the far East Valley of Phoenix on August 21st, producing heavy rain and strong winds.

The timelapse above is from the border of Apache Junction and Gold Canyon, looking toward the north-northeast. The power went out as the main storm hit the camera but froze on a nice double rainbow.

Another view from NE Mesa, looking toward the north, as the strong to severe thunderstorm moved NW from Apache Junction toward Fountain Hills. NE Mesa Time-Lapse