Active AlertsCarefree, AZ

Flood Watch

Issued at Sun 1:44 AM Sep. 27
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where: A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Aguila Valley, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Cave Creek/New River, Deer Valley, Dripping Springs, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, New River Mesa, Northwest Valley, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior and Tonto Basin.
When: From late Monday night through Tuesday evening.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Additional Details: - The combination of deep tropical moisture moving into the area from the south and an approaching weather disturbance from the west will result in showers and thunderstorms capable of producing localized heavy rainfall. Moderate to heavy rainfall rates in excess of 1-2 inches per hour are expected. Some areas will see training of storms leading to heavier rainfall accumulations. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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