GILA, AZ — ...The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Arizona...
Salt River Near Chrysotile affecting Gila County.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Salt River near Chrysotile.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MST this morning.
* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Alert stage
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 2:10 AM MST Monday the stage was 15.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 16.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to 17.2 feet early this morning. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Action stage is 15.0 feet. - Flood stage is 18.0 feet. - 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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