The National Weather Service issued a Flood Warning for Maricopa County at 2:30 AM MST on August 11, effective until 5:00 AM MST. Heavy rainfall from thunderstorms is causing urban and small stream flooding. Flooding along Indian Bend Wash is imminent or occurring, and low-water crossings are inundated and may not be passable.
Paradise Valley and Downtown Scottsdale are among locations expected to experience flooding. The NWS warns drivers to avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles attempting to cross inundated areas. For flood safety information, visit weather.gov/safety/flood.
Source: National Weather Service.
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