Flash Flood Warning in Effect for South Central Pima County Until 8 PM MST
What’s Happening:
The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Flash Flood Warning for South Central Pima County. Thunderstorms are producing heavy rain, with flash flooding ongoing or expected shortly. The warning is in effect until 8 PM MST.
Affected Areas:
- Arivaca
- Sasabe
- Route 286 between mile markers 1 and 39
- Arivaca Rd from Arivaca Junction & HWY 286
What to Expect:
- Heavy rainfall with amounts between 1 and 2 inches already recorded in the Arivaca area.
- Additional rainfall of 0.5 to 1.5 inches is possible.
Impacts:
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- Flash flooding of small creeks and streams.
- Flooding in urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses.
- Poor drainage and low-lying areas are especially vulnerable.
Safety Tips:
- Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads.
- Most flood deaths occur in vehicles; avoid driving through flooded areas.
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.
