Flood Warning for Gila, AZ
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What is happening
What: Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Impacts: Flooding of Pinto Creek and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. Where: Gila County in east central Arizona... When: Until 845 AM MST.
What the bulletin says to do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
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* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 845 AM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of Pinto Creek and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... At 453 AM MST, gauge reports on Pinto Creek indicated continued flow. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. Some locations that will experience flooding include... Roosevelt Estates. http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Flood Warning issued November 2 at 4:53AM MST until November 2 at 8:45AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Phoenix AZ. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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