Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 29 at 5:31PM MST until September 29 at 8:30PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 29, 2026 - 5:31pm
Expires:
September 29, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
At 531 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms have ended over
the Sand Stone Burn Scar. However, between 1 and 1.75 inches of rain
have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional
rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding in and around the Sand Stone Burn Scar.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Sand Stone Burn Scar.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Ballantine Trailhead, Round Valley and Sugarloaf Mountain.
This includes AZ Route 87 between mile markers 204 and 213.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks...streams...and ditches
in the Sand Stone Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also be
anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in
places. If you encounter flood waters...climb to safety.
Area Description:
Maricopa, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov