…FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM MST THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH
LATE TONIGHT…
* WHAT…Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be capable of
producing very heavy rain in a short period of time. The excessive
rain will lead to increased chances for flash flooding. The heavy
rain will also lead to significant flow in area washes, creeks, and
rivers.
* WHERE…A portion of Southeast Arizona, including the following
areas, Baboquivari Mountains, Catalina and Rincon Mountains, South
Central Pinal County, Southeast Pinal County, Tohono O’odham
Nation, Tucson Metro Area and Upper Santa Cruz River Valley/Altar
Valley.
* WHEN…From 2 PM MST this afternoon until 5 AM MST Friday morning.
* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Daytime heating will combine with a very moist atmosphere to
produce scattered showers and thunderstorms which will be capable
of very heavy rain. Storms will continue after sunset. Isolated
rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches are possible.
– http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
You should monitor the latest forecast and be alert for possible
Flash Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should
be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
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