GILA, AZ; Maricopa, AZ — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Arizona...
Salt River Near Roosevelt affecting Gila County.
* WHAT...The Salt River is expected to remain above Action stage through this evening.
* WHERE...Salt River near Roosevelt.
* WHEN...Until this evening.
* IMPACTS...At 24.0 feet, Action stage.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:20 AM MST Monday the stage was 25.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 24.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below 24 feet this evening. - Flood stage is 30.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Gila, AZ; Maricopa, 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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