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Flood Warning

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Maricopa, AZ

Status In Progress Started 34 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity Severe
Urgency Expected
Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...Flooding caused by upstream dam release continues.
* WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 1100 PM MST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of the Verde River between Fort McDowell and the Salt River is occurring. Recreation on or near the Verde River will be unsafe.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 121 PM MST, A streamflow gauge on the Verde River near the Salt River confluence measured a flow around 2200 cfs. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Fort McDowell. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Instructions

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.
Flooding is occurring. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
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