Headline

Flood Watch issued October 29 at 11:16AM MST until November 2 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ

Description

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Yavapai County and northern Gila County. This includes Oak
Creek and Sycamore Canyons.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry
washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Low-water
crossings may be flooded.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A second round of rain and thunderstorms is expected Saturday
night through the early morning hours of Monday. An additional 1
to 3 inches of rain will be possible, on top of already saturated
ground, increasing the threat of flooding.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.

Instructions

Have a way to receive Flash Flood Warnings and be prepared to take
action should warnings be issued.

Consider changing your plans if you were going to hike, boat, or
paddleboard to a slot canyon or normally dry wash. If you do still
decide to recreate, check in at a nearby visitor center or ranger
station.


Have a way to receive Flash Flood Warnings and be prepared to take
action should warnings be issued.

Additional Details