First published Oct 23, 2026, 2:29:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 23, 2026, 2:29:15 AM UTC

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NWS Flagstaff warns of flooding in three Arizona counties

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Flooding from excessive rainfall is ongoing or imminent in Apache, Coconino, and Navajo counties, with the warning in effect until 8:15 p.m. MST / 9:15 p.m. MDT on October 22. The warning urges people to turn back rather than enter floodwaters.

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Affected location: Apache, Coconino, and Navajo counties, Arizona

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The warning reports flooding already occurring or imminent and calls for immediate avoidance of floodwater.

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Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 3/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 5/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Urgency: 9/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Flood Warning issued October 22 at 6:32PM MST until October 22 at 8:15PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ

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