What is happening
* WHAT...Flooding caused by upstream dam release continues. * WHERE...Maricopa County in south central Arizona... * WHEN...Until 200 PM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of the Verde River between Fort McDowell and the Salt River is occurring. Recreation on or near the Verde River will be unsafe. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 920 PM MST, a streamflow gauge on the Verde River near the Salt River confluence measured a flow around 2400 cfs. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Fort McDowell. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Official instructions
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. Flooding is occurring. It is important to know where you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks.
