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Flood Warning — Maricopa, AZ

Structured official-source report · Published Nov 1, 4:21 PM UTC · Updated Nov 2, 9:51 AM UTC
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* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 515 AM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of Cave Creek and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 251 AM MST, gauge reports indicated continued flow in Cave Creek from earlier rainfall. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. - No additional rainfall expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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. 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.

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Maricopa, AZ · 33.763°, -112.024°

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Nov 2, 9:51 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 515 AM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of Cave Creek and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 251 AM MST, gauge reports indicated continued flow in Cave Creek from earlier rainfall. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. - No additional rainfall expected. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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. 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.

Nov 2, 4:56 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 815 AM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood- prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 955 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is just below bank full with a stage around 5.08 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 2, 2:53 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 1000 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 752 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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.

Nov 2, 2:53 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 1000 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 752 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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.

Nov 2, 2:53 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 1000 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 752 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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.

Nov 2, 2:45 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 745 AM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 744 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 7 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

Nov 2, 12:48 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 800 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 536 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 2, 12:48 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 800 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 536 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 2, 12:48 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 800 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 536 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. The Maricopa County Flood Control District stream gage along the New River is currently at bank full with a stage around 5.3 feet. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 2, 12:34 AM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 745 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 530 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 7 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:52 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 600 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 347 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued high flows in the New River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:35 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 545 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 333 PM MST, gauge reports indicated Cave Creek remains above Action stage with the current stage above 8 feet. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 10:17 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 315 AM MST Monday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 317 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued flow in Cave Creek from earlier rainfall. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:04 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 400 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 104 PM MST, Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:04 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 400 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 104 PM MST, Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:04 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 400 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 104 PM MST, Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:04 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 400 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 104 PM MST, Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:04 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 400 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 104 PM MST, Flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... New River. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood 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.

Nov 1, 8:03 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 345 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 103 PM MST, Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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.

Nov 1, 8:03 PM UTC · nws

* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by previous excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 345 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring due to previous heavy rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 103 PM MST, Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek and Seven Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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.

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