NORTHWEST PLATEAU; HUALAPAI MOUNTAINS; NORTHWES… — * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northwest Arizona, including the following areas, Hualapai Mountains, Northwest Deserts and Northwest Plateau.
* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Moderate to heavy rain is possible at times Saturday night through Sunday night. Over an inch of total rainfall is possible by early Monday morning. With saturated soils and significant run off expected, flash flooding and high flows in streams and rivers may occur. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Northwest Plateau; Hualapai Mountains; Northwest Deserts 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS