Flash Flood Warning for South Central Pima and Santa Cruz Counties Until 2:30 PM MST
What’s Happening:
A Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until 2:30 PM MST this afternoon. Heavy rain is currently falling, with Doppler radar and automated gauges reporting 1 to 2 inches of rain. Additional rainfall of up to 1 inch is possible.
Affected Areas:
- Nogales
- Tubac
- Rio Rico
- Patagonia
- Arivaca
- Patagonia Lake State Park
- Nogales International Airport
- Tumacacori
- Kino Springs
- Sasabe
- Pena Blanca Lake
- Ruby
- Arivaca Lake
- Lochiel
What to Expect:
- Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
- Rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches, with potential for another inch.
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Impacts:
- Flash flooding of small creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses.
- Poor drainage and low-lying areas may experience significant flooding.
Safety Tips:
- Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads.
- Most flood deaths occur in vehicles; avoid driving on flooded roads.
- Stay aware of your surroundings and seek higher ground if necessary.
When to Check Back:
Monitor weather.gov or tucson.com/weather for updates.
This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.
