Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 11:31AM MST until July 17 at 12:15PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 11:31am
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 12:15pm
Description:
FFWPSR
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a
* Flash Flood Warning for...
The Sycamore burn scar in...
Gila County in east central Arizona...
* Until 1215 PM MST.
* At 1131 AM MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing
heavy rain over the Sycamore Burn Scar. Between 0.5 and 1.25 inches
of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 0.75
inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing
or expected to begin shortly. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar
will result in debris flow. The debris flow can consist of rock,
mud, vegetation and other loose materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding in and around the Sycamore Burn Scar.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Sycamore Burn Scar.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Mainly rural areas of Gila County.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks...streams...and ditches
in the Sycamore Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also be
anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in
places. If you encounter flood waters...climb to safety.
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.
Area Description:
Gila, AZ
Forcast Office:
NWS Phoenix AZ
Sender: