Flash Flood Warning Issued in Graham and Greenlee, Arizona
Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Graham and Greenlee Counties in Arizona.
Flash Flood Warning
The alert was issued at 1:24 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:30 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.
Storm Details
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly
Hazards
Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms
Potential Impact
Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Safford, Clifton, Solomon, Morenci, San Jose, Safford Regional Airport, Roper Lake State Park, Duncan, York, Franklin, Guthrie, Three Way and Swift Trail Junction. This includes the following highways. Route 78 between mile markers 155 and 174. Route 191 between mile markers 93 and 115. and between mile markers 131 and 176. Route 75 between mile markers 379 and 398. Route 70 between mile markers 342 and 385. Route 266 between mile markers 105 and 113. This includes the following Flash Flood Prone Locations. Ward Canyon Rd
Areas Affected
The warning covers Graham and Greenlee Counties in Arizona.
Safety Information
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.
