Headline:
Flood Warning issued July 28 at 11:22AM MST until July 28 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 11:22am
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall overnight in southern
Arizona and northern Sonora.
* WHERE...Southwestern Cochise County in southeastern Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 500 PM MST.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of the San Pedro river, washes flowing into the
San Pedro, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is
imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are likely inundated
with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1106 AM MST, Signfciant rainfall fell across southern Arizona
and northern Sonora Mexico overnight. The San Pedro River at
Palominas is near Action Stage.
- The current stage is around 14 feet and could rise into Action
Stage at 15 feet. Flooding is being observed in low- lying areas
along the San Pedro River at East Hereford Road.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Palominas and areas along the San Pedro River, including East
Hereford Road.
- This includes the following highways...
Route 90 near mile marker 329. Route 92 near mile marker 340.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Cochise, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Tucson AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov