TEMPE, Ariz. — A state of emergency was declared in Tempe, Arizona as cleanup efforts continue in the wake of a powerful microburst that left a trail of damage across hundreds of homes and businesses.

The storm swept through Tempe with 80-90 mph winds on Monday, wreaking havoc across the city and Maricopa County.

"This supercell moved mobile homes off their foundations, blew rooftops as much as 400 feet and downed so many beautiful, 100-year-old trees," Tempe Mayor Corey Woods said during a press conference Friday . "We are so fortunate that the flying wreckage did not kill anyone."

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed an emergency declaration for Maricopa County, home to the Phoenix suburb of Tempe , and neighboring Gila County on Friday that will free up $200,000 in immediate funds for hel

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