Flash Flood Warning for Paria River, Coconino County
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for the Paria River in Coconino County, AZ until 6:45 AM MST September 29.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Coconino County, Arizona
- Issued
- September 29, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Flagstaff AZ
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Alert Details
Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Flagstaff AZ. Effective from September 28 at 11:39 PM MST until September 29 at 6:45 AM MST.
Affected Areas
Coconino County in north central Arizona, including the Paria River. Specific locations include Paria Canyon, Paria River Slot Canyon, Vermilion Cliffs National Monument, Lees Ferry, Colorado River near mile marker 0, and Lees Ferry Camp Site.
What You Should Do
Get out of the Paria River slot canyon. Avoid flooded areas. Do not attempt to travel unless fleeing an area subject to flooding.
Expected Conditions
Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Paria River due to heavy rain. A river gauge on the Paria River reported a rapid rise of 4.47 feet.
Timeline
The warning is effective immediately from September 28 at 11:39 PM MST and remains in effect until September 29 at 6:45 AM MST. Flood waters are expected to reach the confluence with the Colorado River at Lees Ferry around 3-6 hours from initial issuance.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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