Flood Warning for Maricopa County, Arizona

In effect until 11:00 PM MST.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Phoenix at 5:04 AM MST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Urban areas and small streams flooding caused by upstream dam release is expected.

WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona...

WHEN...Until 1100 PM MST Monday.

IMPACTS...Flooding of low water crossings across the Salt River downstream of Tempe Town Lake is imminent or occurring.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 504 AM MST, An upstream floodgate release from Tempe Town Lake and continued releases from Granite Reef Dam farther upstream is expected to cause flooding in the warned area. - Flooding is occurring along the Salt River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of Maricopa County. - 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 aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.