Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 8:10PM MST until July 12 at 9:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 12, 2026 - 8:10pm
Expires:
July 12, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona...
Maricopa County in south central Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 900 PM MST.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 810 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.25 and 1 inch of rain has
fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Ballantine Trailhead, Round Valley, Sugarloaf Mountain,
Sunflower, Sycamore Creek, Four Peaks, Tonto Basin, Canyon Lake,
Apache Lake and Tortilla Flat.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Gila, AZ; Maricopa, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender: