The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Flash Flood Warning for Maricopa and Pinal counties effective July 16 at 6:48 PM MST, expiring at 9:45 PM MST. Doppler radar and automated rain gauges detected thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the region, with 0.5 to 1.5 inches already fallen. Expected rainfall rates reach 1.25 inches in 30 minutes, with additional accumulation of 0.75 to 1.5 inches possible.
Life-threatening flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, affecting creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, and underpasses. Affected locations include Apache Junction, Goldfield, and Lost Dutchman State Park; the Salt River and Bulldog Wash are also at risk. Authorities urge residents to avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles attempting to cross water.
Source: National Weather Service.
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