The July rainy weekend has brought storms, flash floods and foggy skies to ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥. From flooded trails to water rescues, here is some of the monsoon activity social media captured:Ìý
Crews responded to two crashes on I-10 this morning, between Avra Valley Rd & Tangerine. This is one of those incidents - one patient extricated & transported with minor injuries.Please slow down during this non-stop rain event! Plan ahead for a longer drive.
— Northwest Fire (@NorthwestFire)
Please avoid using The Loop this weekend. Silt and mud are especially slippery. Most underpasses are CLOSED. Respect the barriers, they are there for your safety.
Temporary closures in Santa Catalina Mountains: within the Sabino Canyon Rec. Area, Pusch Ridge Wilderness, and Central & Northern Santa Catalina Mountains. Heavy rainfall in the area leading to localized flash flooding. Please visit our Facebook for moreâž¡ï¸
— Coronado NF (@CoronadoNF)
Rescue deputies and The Southern ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Rescue Association rescued several stranded hikers in Sabino Canyon. Flooding will continue. Shallow water at the start of your hike may become impassable by the time you return. For your safety, avoid trails with water crossings.
— PCSD Search and Rescue (@PCSD_SAR)
Sabino Canyon is flowing again after last night’s storm; closed beyond the 1.5mi point…
— J. C y r (@Allophile)
Where is Picacho peak????.. my first time of not seeing the peak
— Sun4Sri (@Sri4Nit)
There be dragons in the Cañada Del Oro in .
— Henry Brean (@RefriedBrean)
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Monsoon 2021 for the record books in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ through July 25th with 5.82" as of 1037 am. July 5.65" ranks 4th wettest July and 6th wettest calendar month on record.
— NWS ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ (@NWSÃÛèÖÖ±²¥)
Set out to see monsoon beauty: fog, cataracts, flowing rivers, flooding, lightning and rainbows. Weather was all wrong for lightning and rainbows, but yes to cataracts flowing down rocks on Mt. Lemmon!
— Karen Funk Blocher (@mavarin)
Couple of vehicles that didn’t quite make it through the wash on the Rez
— The Yaqui Vegan 🌱 (@TheYaquiVegan)
It may be awhile before Harrison Rd reopens @ the Pantano Wash. Stay Safe ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥!
— ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ Department of Transportation & Mobility (@ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥_DTM)
Crews responded to Avra Valley Rd & Sandario this afternoon for a swift water rescue. Driver helped to safety, no injuries. Thank you to , Avra Valley Fire & for assistance on this call. Please turn around if you encounter a flooded area.
— Northwest Fire (@NorthwestFire)
Watch: Monsoon storms and flowing washes in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥
A monsoon storm is thrilling and dangerous. So is the aftermath of flooded washes and roads. Storms this week in ÃÛèÖÖ±²¥ left their mark. Videos taken July 22 and 23, 2021.
Mud is in good supply at the CDO wash and visitors are warned to be careful.
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6 flash flood safety tips to help keep you safe this monsoon
Check the forecast
Before you head out, check the weather forecast for expected storm activity. Floods can be caused by rainfall miles away.Ìý
Avoid afternoon hikes
If you go hiking, only hike in the morning. Storms usually occur in the afternoons and evenings.Ìý
Don't risk it
If you see dark clouds or lightning, or if you hear thunder, pack up and go home. Flooding happens suddenly and without warning, the Pima County Sheriff's Department warned.Ìý
Avoid areas prone to flooding
Stream beads, narrow canyons and washes are all subject to flooding. Also, if you see an area with flash flood warning signs posted, be extra cautious.ÌýÌý
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Avoid flowing water
Do not cross any flowing water or flooded trails, in your car or on foot. If there's flowing water, find another route.Ìý
Move to higher ground
If you see or hear a flood coming, don't try to outrun it. Search and move to higher ground as quickly as you can.Ìý Ìý
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