GRAHAM, AZ — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...West Central Graham County in southeastern Arizona...
* WHEN...Until 415 PM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 415 PM MST, A river gage on the San Carlos River at Peridot reported a stage of 16.5 feet resulting in a Major Flood along the San Carlos River. At 13 feet, the river would impact several structures in San Carlos and Peridot and a gravel pit near Peridot is threatened by erosion. Evacuations are set to "GO" status along the San Carlos River near Peridot.
- Major flooding is occurring along the San Carlos River.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include... Peridot and San Carlos Reservoir. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Graham, 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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