NORTHWEST PLATEAU — * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northwest Arizona, including the following area, Northwest Plateau.
* WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday afternoon.
* 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... - Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected to impact portions of northern Mohave County Wednesday morning through Thursday. A heavy rain and flash flood threat may develop in areas experiencing repeated rounds of storms. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Northwest Plateau 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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