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Flood Warning for Gila, Maricopa and Pinal Counties, Arizona

Ended at 10:00 PM MST.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Phoenix at 12:53 PM MST, Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Places in the warning: Roosevelt, Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt Dam, Apache Lake and Roosevelt Estates.

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The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

WHERE...Gila County in east central Arizona... Maricopa County in south central Arizona... Pinal County in southeastern Arizona...

WHEN...Until 1000 PM MST.

IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 752 PM MST, Heavy rainfall from earlier today continues to result in excess runoff in area creeks. Gages along Pinto Creek and Pinal Creek show continued elevated flows that will continue downstream to Roosevelt Lake. Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Roosevelt, Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt Dam, Apache Lake, Roosevelt Estates and Inspiration. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

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.

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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