Headline:
Flood Warning issued September 17 at 12:22AM MST until September 17 at 2:45AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Flood Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 12:22am
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 2:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 245 AM MST.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water
crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1222 AM MST, gauge reports indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area.
- This includes the following streams and drainages...
Indian Bend Wash. Flooding impacts will continue, but no
additional rainfall is expected.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Paradise Valley and Downtown Scottsdale.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Maricopa, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov