Flood Advisory — Maricopa County, Arizona
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory issued August 8 at 10:29PM MST until August 9 at 12:00AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until midnight MST tonight. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1029 PM MST, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.75 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.1 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Wickenburg. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 9, 2026 at 1:29 AM ET · Expires August 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Advisory
Severity
minor
Issued By
NWS Phoenix AZ
Expires
August 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET
Last Checked
45 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Advisory mean for Maricopa County, Arizona?
Minor flooding is expected — not severe enough for a warning, but potentially inconvenient or hazardous for travel.
Is this Flood Advisory currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (45 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 9, 2026 at 3:00 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Advisory alerts for Maricopa County?
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