The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa and Pinal counties effective July 16 at 6:34 PM MST through 9:30 PM MST. Heavy rain from thunderstorms has already dropped up to 0.5 inches, with an additional inch expected. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poorly drained areas, including Apache Junction, Goldfield, and Lost Dutchman State Park.
Risks include water over roadways and rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Residents should avoid driving on flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement. For flood safety information, visit weather.gov/safety/flood.
Source: National Weather Service.
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