Occurred Nov 9, 2026, 4:38:00 PM UTC

First published Nov 10, 2026, 1:59:15 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 10, 2026, 1:59:15 AM UTC

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Flood Warning — NWS Phoenix AZ

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Flood Warning issued November 9 at 9:38AM MST until November 11 at 11:00AM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

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An alert reports ongoing flooding along the Salt River in Maricopa County, Arizona, caused by a Granite Reef Dam release. It remains in effect until 11:00 a.m. MST on November 11.

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Affected location: Maricopa County, Arizona
It remains in effect until 11:00 a.m.

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The alert reports active flooding along the river and at low-water crossings in Maricopa County.

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Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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