Flash Flood Warning Issued in Pima, Arizona

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Pima County in Arizona.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 4:00 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 7:00 AM 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 and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. The AZGFD 3 gauge reported 1.22 inches in 30 minutes, the Diamond Bell Ranch alert gauge reported 0.98 inches in 30 minutes, and the Altar Wash at Hwy 286 gauge reported 0.83 inches in 30 minutes. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch 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. Three Points, Tucson Estates, Tucson Mountain Park and Ryan AirField. This includes the following highways. Route 86 between mile markers 146 and 160. Route 286 between mile markers 25 and 45. This includes the following streams and drainages. Alambre Wash, Cerro Prieto Wash, Saucito Wash, Altar Wash, Brown Wash, Brawley Wash, Banner Wash, Fresno Wash, Mendoza Wash, South Mendoza Wash and Soto Wash

Areas Affected

The warning covers Pima County in Arizona.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.