Flash Flood Warning in Southeastern Arizona until 10:45 PM MST
What’s Happening:
The National Weather Service in Tucson has issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of southeastern Arizona. Thunderstorms with heavy rain are causing flash flooding in the area. The warning is in effect until 10:45 PM MST.
Affected Areas:
- Southeastern Pima County
- North Central Santa Cruz County
- Locations include Sahuarita, Green Valley, Arivaca, Amado, and Arivaca Junction
What to Expect:
- Rainfall between 0.5 and 1.5 inches has already fallen, with an additional 0.5 to 1 inch possible.
- Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to start shortly.
- Areas along Interstate 19 between mile markers 25 and 43 are at risk.
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Impacts:
- Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses.
- Flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Safety Tips:
- Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
- Stay alert for flooding even if not raining in your location. Rapidly rising waters can occur from distant rainfall.
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.
