The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Maricopa and Pinal counties at 7:46 PM MST on July 16, effective until 9:45 PM MST. Trained weather spotters reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the area, with 0.5 to 1.5 inches already fallen. Additional rainfall up to 0.25 inches is possible, and flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Apache Junction, Goldfield, and Lost Dutchman State Park are among locations expected to experience flooding, including the Salt River and Bulldog Wash. Life-threatening flash flooding may affect creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses. The National Weather Service urges residents to avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement.
Source: National Weather Service.
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