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Flood Watch issued October 22 at 1:50PM MST until October 22 at

Affecting Cave Creek/New River; Fountain Hills/East Mesa; Apache Junction/Gold Canyon

In effect until: Oct 23, 2026, 12:00 AM

Cave Creek/New River; Fountain Hills/East Mesa; Apache Junction/Gold Canyon

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 12:00 AM.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following
areas, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Cave Creek/New River and
Fountain Hills.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM MST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- A strong weather disturbance will support scattered thunderstorms
through this afternoon. Heavy rainfall with localized rainfall
rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will remain possible.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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Flood Watch issued October 22 at 1:50PM MST until October 22 at

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