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Weather Alerts


The National Weather Service in Phoenix has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch and a Flash Flood Watch. 

Severe Thunderstorm Watch

Scattered to numerous thunderstorms can be expected across southwest and south central Arizona today and tonight. The greater Phoenix area will be affected by the storms. Some of the stronger storms will be very strong, with damaging winds over 60 mph possible. Large hail and lightning may accompany the stronger storms. 

Flash Flood Watch​

A Flash Flood Watch in effect through 11 am on Tuesday. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roads! Streets and highways may be impacted. View Emergency Street Closure list                 ​  

Monsoon Resources

​​​In the desert, storms and flooding can strike quickly and lead to rapidly changing conditions. The Monsoon runs from June 15 to September 30; storms peak between mid-July and mid-August. ​


No Current WX Watch

Sand

Sand for Sandbags
Sand is available. Sandbags can be helpful in damming or diverting floodwater from monsoon thunderstorms. The sand at these locations is available at no charge, but the City does not provide bags or shovels; residents will need to bring their own. Sand will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.

CURRENTLY HAS SAND

(D1) Paseo Highlands Park: 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Road 
(D2) Paradise Valley Park: 17642 N. 40th St. 
(D3) Moon Valley Park: 502 W. Coral Gables Drive
(D4) Encanto Park: 2121 N. 15th Avenue
​(D5) El Oso Park: 3451 N. 75th Avenue
(D6) Pecos Park: 17010 S. 48th St 
​​(D7) Cesar Chavez Park: 7858 S. 35th Ave 
(D8) Esteban Park: 3345 E. Roeser Road

Emergency Street Closures

View street closures across Phoenix


 

Life-threatening emergencies: 911
Non-emergency police assistance: 602-262-6151
Report street issues: 602-262-6441
Report traffic signal outages: 602-262-6021
Storm debris information: 602-262-6441
Report power outage:
APS: 855-688-2437 or SRP: 602-236-8811
American Red Cross: 800-842-7349

Emergency Street ClosuresTraffic Signal Outages ​​

Watch Monsoon Minute Videos

PDF Downloads

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Make a GO KIT
Pet Prepare 


Other Downloads
Prepare for Excessive Heat (PDF)
Home Flood Smart Checklist (PDF)
Business Flood Smart Checklist (PDF)

Summer Safety

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Before the Storm

Flash Floods contribute to weather-related deaths in the U.S. Please prepare. When a storm is approaching, turn to broadcast media, radio, or visit reliable online resources to receive the latest weather updates and instructions.

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Prepare Your Home

  • Familiarize yourself with local emergency plans. Know where to go and how to get there should you need to get to higher ground, the highest level of a building, or to evacuate.
  • Clean out roof drains or scuppers to prevent accumulation of rain water on the roof.
  • Thin out trees and trim down overgrown vegetation.
  • Clean out drywells on your property so there is safe place for the water to collect.
  • Repair landscaping to ensure water will run away from your building.
  • Back up all data in case your computer or servers become damaged.
  • Look at installing generators or back up battery systems.
  • Bring in outdoor furniture and move important indoor items to the highest possible floor. This will help protect them from flood damage.
  • Build or restock your emergency preparedness kit. Include a flashlight, batteries, cash, and first aid supplies.
  • Disconnect electrical appliances and don't touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water. You could be electrocuted.
  • If instructed, turn off your gas and electricity at the main switch or valve. This helps prevent fires and explosions.

Tips For Drivers

  • Do not attempt to drive through a flooded road! The depth of water is not always obvious. The road bed may be washed out under the water, and you could be stranded or trapped.
  • Six inches of water can cause most cars to lose control.
  • Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pick-up trucks.
  • Don't drive around barricades. Barricades are there for your protection. Turn around and go the other way.
  • Treat non-working or flashing traffic signals at intersections as a four-way stop. Proceed with caution.
  • If floodwaters rise around your car but the water is not moving, abandon the car and move to higher ground. Do not leave the car and enter moving water.
  • Avoid camping or parking along streams, rivers, and creeks during heavy rainfall. These areas can flood quickly and with little warning. Flood Watch = “Be Aware.” Conditions are right for flooding to occur in your area.

Sand Distribution  

Once the first major storm event with likely flooding is in the forecast (as determined by the Office of Emergency Management), sand for sandbags will be available (while supplies last) at specific City parks. Residents will need to bring their own bags and shovels. Consider getting reusable flood barriers (learn more about them on this page).

Flood Control District of Maricopa County (FCDMC)

Visit the FCDMC website for information about the district's services, current flood control projects, and flood safety guidelines. See also Maricopa County Emergency Management

Mosquitos

Wet weather can result in standing water that can trigger an increase in mosquito populations. Call Maricopa County Vector Control at 602-506-6616 for complaints regarding mosquitoes aroun​d standing water. Learn more about Monsoon Mosquitos.

Page Information: Flood Information, Storm Information, Heat Warnings​​​​​, Monsoon Season



Summer Safety  

Visit Summer Safety to learn about Summer Fun, how to be Heat Ready, and to learn more about Monsoon Weather Phoenix.gov/Summer

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Reusable Flood Barriers

BarrierPhoenix encourages residents to explore innovative, long-term water barrier options such as self-activating flood barriers. These barriers are activated when they come in contact with water in a matter of minutes, diverting water like sand bags. They can be stored throughout the year and reused and can be found online or at local hardware stores. Residents can leave these barriers in flood-prone areas before leaving for work. This may be an easier option for some residents, who don’t wish to manually fill sand into bags, transport and dispose of them. Watch Reusable Flood barrier introduction video

After the Storm

General Tips

  • Return home only when authorities say it is safe.
  • Be aware of areas where floodwaters have receded and watch out for debris. Floodwaters often erode roads and walkways.
  • Do not attempt to drive through areas that are still flooded.
  • Avoid standing water as it may be electrically charged from underground or downed power lines.
  • Photograph damage to your property for insurance purposes. When it is not flooding: Make a flood plan
  • Consider buying flood insurance.
  • Stay tuned to your phone alerts, TV, or radio for weather updates, emergency instructions, or evacuation orders.
  • Be mindful of the potential health risks of playing, wading and swimming in collected stormwater. Runoff from monsoons can pick up pollutants that can be harmful to your skin, eyes and ears. 

Power Outages

Agencies That Can Help

The following organizations work directly with residents and business owners recovering from storm-related flooding.

  • American Red Cross - Red Cross provides shelter, food, health services, including mental health, to assist families and the community in times of need.
  • The Salvation Army - The mission of the Salvation Army is to access multiple volunteer organizations to provide comprehensive support in times of need, including disasters.
  • Team Rubicon - Team Rubicon can offer free services to remove drywall impacted by flooding for residents unable to pay. This is an important stage to prevent mold from setting in.
  • Habitat for Humanity - Habitat offers low-cost repair services for those who qualify. They also offer emergency repair services for those who qualify, and can access volunteers to help reduce costs.
  • HOPE Animal Assisted Crisis Response - HOPE is a national crisis response organization with specially trained handlers and canines trained and tested for crisis response work. HOPE ACR teams provide comfort and support to people affected by disasters.
  • Association of Arizona Food Banks - They can coordinate any food needs from a network of food bank
  • The Phoenix Homeland Defense Bureau's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The CERT program trains residents of Phoenix neighborhoods, community organizations and workplaces in basic disaster survival skills and promotes partnership and cooperation between residents and emergency services personnels. ​
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