Maricopa County, AZ

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In effect from Friday 10/30 7:00 AM MDT – Friday 10/30 7:00 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Phoenix Metro, rural areas of Maricopa County, and Northwest Pinal County.

When

From 6 AM MST this morning through this afternoon.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Details

- Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms today, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected within the Watch area today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Aguila Valley
  • Northwest Valley
  • Tonopah Desert
  • Gila Bend
  • Buckeye/Avondale
  • Cave Creek/New River
  • Deer Valley
  • Central Phoenix
  • North Phoenix/Glendale
  • New River Mesa
  • Scottsdale/Paradise Valley
  • Rio Verde/Salt River
  • East Valley
  • Fountain Hills/East Mesa
  • South Mountain/Ahwatukee
  • Southeast Valley/Queen Creek
  • Northwest Pinal County
  • West Pinal County
  • Apache Junction/Gold Canyon
  • Sonoran Desert Natl Monument

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Friday 10/30 1:00 PM MDT – Friday 10/30 11:00 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Dripping Springs, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior and Tonto Basin.

When

From noon MST today through this evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Details

- Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms today, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected within the Watch area today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Superior
  • Tonto Basin
  • Mazatzal Mountains
  • Pinal/Superstition Mountains
  • San Carlos
  • Dripping Springs
  • Globe/Miami
  • Southeast Gila County

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Sunday 11/01 12:00 AM MDT – Monday 11/02 5:00 AM MST

Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Phoenix Metro, rural areas of Maricopa County, and Northwest Pinal County.

When

From 6 AM MST this morning through this afternoon.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Details

- Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms today, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected within the Watch area today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Aguila Valley
  • Northwest Valley
  • Tonopah Desert
  • Gila Bend
  • Buckeye/Avondale
  • Cave Creek/New River
  • Deer Valley
  • Central Phoenix
  • North Phoenix/Glendale
  • New River Mesa
  • Scottsdale/Paradise Valley
  • Rio Verde/Salt River
  • East Valley
  • Fountain Hills/East Mesa
  • South Mountain/Ahwatukee
  • Southeast Valley/Queen Creek
  • Northwest Pinal County
  • West Pinal County
  • Apache Junction/Gold Canyon
  • Sonoran Desert Natl Monument

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Sunday 11/01 12:00 AM MDT – Monday 11/02 5:00 AM MST

Issued by NWS Phoenix AZ

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Dripping Springs, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior and Tonto Basin.

When

From noon MST today through this evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Details

- Abundant moisture over the area will combine with an incoming weather system to provide for showers and thunderstorms today, some of which are expected to produce moderate to heavy rainfall. Any strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates as high as 1-2 inches per hour. Localized rainfall amounts of one to two inches are expected within the Watch area today. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to Do

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.


Areas Impacted

  • Superior
  • Tonto Basin
  • Mazatzal Mountains
  • Pinal/Superstition Mountains
  • San Carlos
  • Dripping Springs
  • Globe/Miami
  • Southeast Gila County

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan. 
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

Friday Flood Watch

Created by the NWS Phoenix WFO

A Flood Watch has been issued for Maricopa County, Northwestern Pinal County, and Southern Gila County on Friday. Showers and thunderstorms will develop across portions of Southern and Central AZ starting early in the morning, with the highest rain rates and best coverage of showers and storms likely during the afternoon into the early evening. Not all areas will see heavy rain, and there remains uncertainty in rainfall totals, but isolated/embedded thunderstorm activity will result in locally heavy rainfall with rates upwards of 1-2" per hour leading to an enhanced potential for flash flooding.

Graphic showing a map of areas under a Flood Watch on Friday. Along the bottom is a list of precautions, and to the right of the map are details on the timing of different segments of the Flood Watch as well as forecast rain totals.

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