The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa County in south central Arizona, effective August 12 at 8:19 PM MST and expiring at 11:15 PM MST. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, with between 0.5 and 1.25 inches of rain already fallen. Additional rainfall up to 0.75 inches is expected over the area.
Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poor drainage areas, including Buckeye, Painted Rock Dam, and Arlington. Residents should avoid driving on flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Exercise extra caution at night when flood dangers are harder to recognize.
Source: National Weather Service.
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