The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued a Flash Flood Warning for Maricopa County effective August 30 at 8:15 PM MST, expiring August 31 at 12:15 AM MST. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the area, with between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain already fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly, affecting creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. The warning includes Interstate 8 between mile markers 122 and 131, as well as Bender Wash, Quilotosa Wash, Sauceda Wash and Sand Tank Wash.
Residents in Big Horn and surrounding areas should avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles attempting to cross high water. If you observe flooding, report it to local emergency services or law enforcement so the information can be passed to the National Weather Service.
Source: National Weather Service.
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