Flash Flood Warning Issued for Central La Paz County, AZ
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NWS Phoenix has issued a Flash Flood Warning for central La Paz County until 8:15 PM MST due to thunderstorms producing heavy rain and life-threatening flooding.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Central La Paz County, Arizona
- Issued
- August 31, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Phoenix AZ
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Alert Details
Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Phoenix AZ. Effective from August 31 at 4:22 PM MST until August 31 at 8:15 PM MST. Severity: Severe. Urgency: Immediate. Certainty: Likely.
Affected Areas
Central La Paz County in west central Arizona. Locations that will experience flash flooding include Quartzsite, Brenda, Vicksburg, Vicksburg Junction, Harcuvar and Salome.
What You Should Do
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.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible. Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Timeline
Alert effective August 31 at 4:22 PM MST. Expires and ends August 31 at 8:15 PM MST.
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