The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory for Maricopa County in south central Arizona, effective at 4:34 PM MST on September 12 and expiring at 7:30 PM MST the same day. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, with between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain already fallen. Additional rainfall up to 0.5 inches is expected.

Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poor drainage areas, with water over roadways possible. Affected locations include Gila Bend, Gila Bend Auxiliary Field, Bosque, and Sonoran National Monument. Residents should avoid driving on flooded roads; most flood deaths occur in vehicles attempting to cross flooded areas.

Source: National Weather Service.

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