Storm threatens Starhaven
One of the surprisingly delightful Tucson experiences is the monsoon. Monsoons are summer storms, often arriving in the afternoon, accompanied by displays of lightning and thunder. As a result of these storms, we experience a second spring. Plants are renewed and cacti blossom. I remember the thunderstorms I experienced as a child back East. Those thunderstorms drove us into the basement. Our Tucson monsoons are best enjoyed from under a portola. During our first Tucson monsoon, the patio was invaded by Colorado River Toads. While fun to watch, these toads present a danger for dogs.
After the storm: rainbow over Starhaven
For more on Arizona monsoons, see:
http://ag.arizona.edu/maricopa/garden/html/weather/monsoon.htm
For information on the Colorado River Toad, see:
http://www.reptilesofaz.org/Turtle-Amphibs-Subpages/h-i-alvarius.html
or
http://www.dog-first-aid-101.com/colorado-river-toad.html
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