The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Gila and Maricopa counties effective July 16 at 7:01 p.m. MST and expiring at 10 p.m. MST. Heavy rain from thunderstorms has caused minor flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas, with up to 0.75 inches of rain already fallen as of 7:01 p.m. MST.
Additional rainfall of 0.5 to 1.5 inches is expected over the advisory area, which will result in minor flooding in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Affected waterways include Camp Creek, Tonto Creek, Salt River, Sycamore Creek, and numerous other drainages across both counties. Residents in flood-prone areas should remain alert until the advisory expires.
Source: National Weather Service.
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