The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa County effective at 8:27 PM MST on July 21, expiring at 10:30 PM MST. Heavy rain from thunderstorms has already dropped between 0.25 and 1.25 inches across the area, with an additional 0.25 to 0.75 inches expected. Minor flooding is ongoing or imminent in low-lying and poor drainage areas, with rises expected in small streams and normally dry arroyos.
Affected locations include Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain, Camp Creek, and Seven Springs. Ponding of water in urban areas is occurring or imminent. Residents should avoid flooded roads; the National Weather Service advises turning around rather than attempting to cross flooded roadways.
Source: National Weather Service.
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