Headline:
Flood Watch issued August 31 at 9:44PM MST until September 1 at 12:00AM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 31, 2026 - 9:44pm
Expires:
September 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of northern Coconino county, including the
following areas, Kaibab Plateau and Marble and Glen Canyons.
* WHEN...Until midnight MST /1 AM MDT/ tonight.
* IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry
washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Raging
killer currents will be possible in side canyons and narrow slot
canyons. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Showers and thunderstorms are expected to continue this evening,
with deep monsoonal moisture in place and already saturated soils
in some locations.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
Instruction:
Have a way to receive Flash Flood Warnings and be prepared to take
action should warnings be issued.
Consider changing your plans if you were going to hike, boat, or
paddleboard to a slot canyon or normally dry wash. If you do still
decide to recreate, check in at a nearby visitor center or ranger
station.
Area Description:
Kaibab Plateau; Marble and Glen Canyons
Forcast Office:
NWS Flagstaff AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov