The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa County effective at 9:58 PM MST on August 23, expiring at 10:45 PM MST. Heavy rain from thunderstorms has caused minor flooding in low-lying and poorly drained areas, with between 0.75 and 1.25 inches of rain reported. Affected waterways include Sols Wash, Flying E Wash, Mill Wash, Hartman Wash, Star Wash, Red Cloud Wash, Cemetery Wash, Hassayampa River, Martinez Wash, and Jimmie Wash.
Flooding impacts are expected to continue, though no additional rainfall is anticipated. Mainly rural areas of Maricopa County will experience effects. Residents should avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement for relay to the National Weather Service.
Source: National Weather Service
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