The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa County in south central Arizona on September 12, effective until 5:00 PM MST. Heavy rain from thunderstorms has already dropped up to 0.5 inches, with an additional 0.5 inches expected. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poorly drained areas, particularly along State Route 238.
Flooding may affect Estrella, Sonoran National Monument, and Mobile. The NWS advises residents to avoid flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles attempting to cross water. For additional flood safety information, visit weather.gov/safety/flood.
Source: National Weather Service.
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