GILA, AZ — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 645 PM MST.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 421 PM MST, gauge reports indicated that San Carlos River has climbed above Major flood stage. Surrounding areas in the warned area will also continue to experience excess runoff from earlier rainfall. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... San Carlos and Peridot. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Gila, AZ can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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