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Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Mon, 11/2 2:51am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 5:15am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* 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

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Gila, AZ - Maricopa, AZ - Pinal, AZ
Effective: Mon, 11/2 2:14am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 5:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona...
Maricopa County in south central Arizona...
Pinal County in southeastern Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 500 AM MST.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 214 AM MST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
heavy rain. Streamflow gauges show elevated flow in Pinto Creek.
Flooding is already occurring in the warned area.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Roosevelt, Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt Dam, Roosevelt
Estates and Inspiration.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Gila, AZ - Maricopa, AZ - Pinal, AZ
Effective: Mon, 11/2 2:13am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 4:30am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona...
Maricopa County in south central Arizona...
Pinal County in southeastern Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 430 AM MST.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, 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 213 AM MST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated
heavy rain. Between 0.5 and 2.0 inches have fallen within the
warned area within the last 8 hours. The stage of Fish Creek near
Tortilla Flat remains elevated, around 10 ft. Flooding is already
occurring in the warned area.
- No additional rainfall expected.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Ballantine Trailhead, Sugarloaf Mountain, Round Valley,
Sunflower, Sycamore Creek, Gold Canyon, Four Peaks, Saguaro Lake,
Canyon Lake, Punkin Center, Goldfield Ranch, Tonto Basin, Lost
Dutchman State Park, Superstition Mountains, Kings Ranch, Gold
Camp and Tortilla Flat.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Mon, 11/2 2:08am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Immediate
Expires: Mon, 11/2 9:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Observed

 
Details:
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in
Arizona...

Agua Fria River Above Rock Springs affecting Maricopa County.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...Agua Fria River above Rock Springs.

* WHEN...Until this morning.

* IMPACTS...At 16.0 feet, Minor Flood Stage is reached.  Inundation
of low lying areas closest to the river.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 2:00 AM MST Monday the stage was 16.1 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 15.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 2:00 AM MST Monday was 20.1 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage early
this morning and continue falling to 3.6 feet late Sunday
evening.
- Flood stage is 16.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 15.9
feet on 08/29/1988.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued this morning at 900 AM MST.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Gila, AZ - Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Mon, 11/2 2:03am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 12:00pm Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
...The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a Flood Warning
for the following rivers in Arizona...

Salt River Near Roosevelt affecting Maricopa and Gila Counties.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. The stage has been observed
above the flood of record.

* WHERE...Salt River near Roosevelt.

* WHEN...From early this morning to this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...At 30.0 feet, Water reaches Flood Stage.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1:30 AM MST Monday the stage was 30.5 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 24.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 1:30 AM MST Monday was 30.6 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 9.5 feet late Sunday
evening.
- Flood stage is 30.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 30.1
feet on 01/08/1993.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued this afternoon at noon MST.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 9:56pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 8:15am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* 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

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 9:21pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 11:15am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 1115 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 915 PM MST, gauge reports indicated increasing flow in the New
River downstream of New River Dam. Jomax Road may be overtopped
and impassable. Downstream low water crossings to the Gila River
may also become impassable.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Glendale, Avondale, Camelback Ranch and Arrowhead Mall.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 9:01pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Immediate
Expires: Mon, 11/2 8:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 800 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of the Verde River between Bartlett Lake and the
Salt River is occurring. Recreation on or near the Verde River will
be unsafe.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 856 PM MST, a USGS gauge on the Verde River below Bartlett Dam
measured a stage above 24 ft and a flow around 29,000 cfs.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Rio Verde and Fort McDowell.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 9:01pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 12:00pm Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until noon MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, 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 859 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued flow through the
Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt, impacting low water crossings and
recreational areas.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Paradise Valley and Downtown Scottsdale.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 7:45pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 7:45am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* 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

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 3:44pm Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 3:45am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 345 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 342 PM MST, gauge reports indicated continued flow down the
Hassayampa River from earlier rainfall, impacting low water
crossings along the river.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Wickenburg, Morristown, Hassayampa and Arlington.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 10:53am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Expected
Expires: Mon, 11/2 8:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by upstream dam release is occurring.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 800 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 1053 AM MST, An upstream floodgate release is expected to
cause flooding in the warned area.
- Flooding is occurring along the Salt River.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Salt River Tubing Recreation Area.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.

Flood Warning  FLOOD WARNING   Flood Warning
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Maricopa, AZ
Effective: Sun, 11/1 5:54am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Immediate
Expires: Mon, 11/2 7:45am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Likely

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by upstream dam release continues.

* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

* WHEN...Until 745 AM MST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of the Salt River below Granite Reef Dam is
imminent or occurring. Flooding of low water crossings across the
Salt River upstream of Tempe Town Lake, including McKellips Road,
is imminent or occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 549 AM MST, SRP was releasing 2453 cfs from Granite Reef Dam.
- Flooding is occurring along the Salt River.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Salt River between Granite Reef Dam and Tempe Town Lake.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
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.

Flood Watch  FLOOD WATCH   Flood Watch
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
Aguila Valley - Northwest Valley - Tonopah Desert - Gila Bend - Buckeye/Avondale - Cave Creek/New River - Deer Valley - Central Phoenix - North Phoenix/Glendale - Scottsdale/Paradise Valley - East Valley - Fountain Hills/East Mesa - South Mountain/Ahwatukee - Southeast Valley/Queen Creek - Northwest Pinal County - West Pinal County - Apache Junction/Gold Canyon - Sonoran Desert Natl Monument
Effective: Sun, 11/1 10:34am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Future
Expires: Mon, 11/2 5:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Possible

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following
areas, Phoenix Metro, rural areas of Maricopa County, and Northwest
Pinal County.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Low-water crossings may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- An atmospheric river ahead of a weather system will continue to
bring well above normal moisture to the region through today and
lead to a prolonged period of light to moderate rainfall across
the Watch area. Embedded convection will produce pockets of
heavier rain. Additional rainfall amounts, on the order of 1-2",
through the course of Sunday on top of already moist soils, will
lead to additional runoff. Runoff in major streams, creeks, and
rivers may persist through the first half of the week.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Flood Watch  FLOOD WATCH   Flood Watch
PHOENIX

Areas Affected:
New River Mesa - Rio Verde/Salt River - Superior - Tonto Basin - Mazatzal Mountains - Pinal/Superstition Mountains - San Carlos - Dripping Springs - Globe/Miami - Southeast Gila County
Effective: Sun, 11/1 10:34am Updated: Mon, 11/2 3:04am Urgency: Future
Expires: Mon, 11/2 5:00am Severity:  Severe  Certainty: Possible

 
Details:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including mainly
Southern Gila County.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Low-water crossings may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- An atmospheric river ahead of a weather system will continue to
bring well above normal moisture to the region through today and
lead to a prolonged period of light to moderate rainfall across
the Watch area. Embedded convection will produce pockets of
heavier rain. Additional rainfall amounts, on the order of 1-2+",
through the course of Sunday on top of already moist soils, will
lead to additional runoff. Runoff in major streams, creeks, and
rivers may persist through the first half of the week.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Information:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.