Headline:
Flood Watch issued October 12 at 12:31AM MST until October 12 at 5:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
October 12, 2026 - 12:31am
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...western Coconino, northern Gila, far southern Navajo, and
Yavapai counties.
* WHEN...Through this afternoon.
* 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...
- Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected to
continue across the are through tonight. With tropical moisture
in place from the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel and already
saturated grounds, periods of embedded heavy rainfall will be
possible which could lead to flash flooding. Additionally, the
extended period of rain could lead to elevated flow in creeks,
normally dry washes, and rivers.
- 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.
Area Description:
Kaibab Plateau; Marble and Glen Canyons; Grand Canyon Country; Coconino Plateau; Yavapai County Mountains; Western Mogollon Rim; Eastern Mogollon Rim; Northern Gila County; Yavapai County Valleys and Basins; Oak Creek and Sycamore Canyons
Forcast Office:
NWS Flagstaff AZ
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov