Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 6:33PM MST until July 21 at 8:15PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 6:33pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 8:15pm
Description:
At 633 PM MST, gauge reports indicated earlier thunderstorms produced
heavy rain over Pinal Creek and Pinto Creek. A gauge on Pinto Creek
has recored a nearly 8 foot rise over the last 2 hours. Between 1 and
2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected
to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Gauges reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Wheatfields and Roosevelt Estates.
This includes AZ Route 188 between mile markers 218 and 227.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.
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
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender: