Theodore Roosevelt Lake Severe Weather Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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Begins: 6:21 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Begins: 5:03 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Begins: 5:13 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Expires: 8:15 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Begins: 8:00 AM Fri, Sep 26, 2025Expires: 11:00 PM Fri, Sep 26, 2025Begins: 6:09 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025Expires: 6:45 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
FLASH FLOOD WARNING
Begins: 6:21 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Flood waters have receded. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a
threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures.
FLASH FLOOD WARNING
Begins: 5:03 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
FFWPSR
The National Weather Service in Phoenix has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for...
Gila County in east central Arizona...
* Until 630 PM MST.
* At 503 PM MST, emergency management reported thunderstorms
producing heavy rain in Miami to Claypool. Between 1 and 2.5
inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding has occurred and may
still be ongoing, with earlier reports of flooded homes, cars, and
other buildings. Floodwater may continue north of town within
Pinal Creek.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms
producing flash flooding.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Globe, Miami, Claypool, Central Heights-Midland City and
Inspiration.
This includes the following highways...
AZ Route 188 between mile markers 214 and 223.
US Highway 60 between mile markers 239 and 244...and
near mile marker 245...and
near mile marker 246.
FLOOD ADVISORY
Begins: 5:13 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 8:15 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central and south central Arizona,
including the following counties, in east central Arizona, Gila.
In south central Arizona, Maricopa. Runoff will mostly collect in
Campaign Creek.
* WHEN...Until 815 PM MST.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 513 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in Campaign Creek. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has
fallen.
- Campaign Creek is the most likely place to experience minor
flooding.
This includes the following streams and drainages...
Campaign Creek, Pine Creek and Reavis Creek.
Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Roosevelt Estates.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
FLOOD WATCH
Begins: 8:00 AM Fri, Sep 26, 2025
Expires: 11:00 PM Fri, Sep 26, 2025
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the
following areas, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Dripping Springs,
Fountain Hills/East Mesa, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, New
River Mesa, Northwest Pinal County, Pinal/Superstition Mountains,
Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior
and Tonto Basin.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water
crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Increasing moisture ahead of an area of low pressure will
promote scattered thunderstorm activity capable of producing
heavy rainfall by late morning into the evening hours Friday.
Rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are likely to occur, with
potentially higher amount possible.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Begins: 6:09 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:45 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
At 609 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10
miles northwest of Claypool, or 14 miles southeast of Roosevelt,
moving northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Coon Creek CG.
This includes the following highways...
US Highway 60 between mile markers 260 and 267.
AZ Route 188 between mile markers 218 and 234.
What is the difference between a weather warning, watch and advisory?
The National Weather Service issues alerts in different categories to indicate the severity of storms and if the public should take immediate action to prevent the loss of life or property or be aware of the potential of the same.
Weather Warning
A weather warning is issued when severe weather conditions are occuring or imminent and there is danger to life and/or property. The warning will include what action should be taken including evacuation or shelter in place and should be heeded immediately. Warnings are usually issued for a small, specific area and for a definite period of time.
Weather Watch
A weather watch is an alert issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather. A weather watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, so it is important to stay tuned to the latest forecasts and be prepared for potential storms.
The purpose of a weather watch is to provide advance warning to people in the affected area so that they can take necessary precautions. It is important to remember that a weather watch does not mean that severe weather will definitely occur, but simply that there is a higher chance of it happening.
If you live in an area where severe weather is common, it may be wise to have a plan in place for what you will do if a storm hits. Make sure you have plenty of food and water stored, as well as flashlights, batteries, and other supplies. You may also want to consider evacuating if necessary.
Weather Advisory
An advisory means the conditions are likely to occur. These are typically used for less severe weather events like frost or winds but can be used for other types of severe weather.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A red flag warning is issued by the National Weather Service to inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies that conditions are ideal for wildland fires and any fire which does start could spread rapidly. These are often issued after drought conditions, when humidity is very low and especially when there are high or erratic winds. The possibility of lightning is also a determining factor. Fire fighting agencies often will increase their staffing and equipment resources due to the forecast risk. For the public, a Red Flag Warning often means high fire danger leading to restrictions or bans on outdoor burning including burn piles, burn barrels and campfires. Use of anything which may produce sparks, including outdoor lawn equipment, chainsaws and welding, may be restricted or prohibited.
The weather criteria for fire weather watches and red flag warnings vary with each Weather Service office’s warning area based on the local vegetation type, topography, and distance from major water sources. They usually include the daily vegetation moisture content calculations, expected afternoon high temperature, afternoon minimum relative humidity and daytime wind speed.
An enhanced version of the warning, called extreme red flag warning, may be issued. This means that conditions for fire growth and behavior are extremely dangerous due to a combination of strong winds, very low humidity, long duration, and very dry fuels.
FLASH FLOOD WARNING
Begins: 6:21 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Flood waters have receded. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures.
FLASH FLOOD WARNING
Begins: 5:03 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:30 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
FFWPSR The National Weather Service in Phoenix has extended the * Flash Flood Warning for... Gila County in east central Arizona... * Until 630 PM MST. * At 503 PM MST, emergency management reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain in Miami to Claypool. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding has occurred and may still be ongoing, with earlier reports of flooded homes, cars, and other buildings. Floodwater may continue north of town within Pinal Creek. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding. SOURCE...Emergency management reported. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Globe, Miami, Claypool, Central Heights-Midland City and Inspiration. This includes the following highways... AZ Route 188 between mile markers 214 and 223. US Highway 60 between mile markers 239 and 244...and near mile marker 245...and near mile marker 246.
FLOOD ADVISORY
Begins: 5:13 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 8:15 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Portions of east central and south central Arizona, including the following counties, in east central Arizona, Gila. In south central Arizona, Maricopa. Runoff will mostly collect in Campaign Creek. * WHEN...Until 815 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 513 PM MST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in Campaign Creek. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Campaign Creek is the most likely place to experience minor flooding. This includes the following streams and drainages... Campaign Creek, Pine Creek and Reavis Creek. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Roosevelt Estates. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
FLOOD WATCH
Begins: 8:00 AM Fri, Sep 26, 2025
Expires: 11:00 PM Fri, Sep 26, 2025
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Arizona, including the following areas, Apache Junction/Gold Canyon, Dripping Springs, Fountain Hills/East Mesa, Globe/Miami, Mazatzal Mountains, New River Mesa, Northwest Pinal County, Pinal/Superstition Mountains, Rio Verde/Salt River, San Carlos, Southeast Gila County, Superior and Tonto Basin. * WHEN...From Friday morning through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Increasing moisture ahead of an area of low pressure will promote scattered thunderstorm activity capable of producing heavy rainfall by late morning into the evening hours Friday. Rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are likely to occur, with potentially higher amount possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SPECIAL WEATHER STATEMENT
Begins: 6:09 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Expires: 6:45 PM Thu, Sep 25, 2025
At 609 PM MST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles northwest of Claypool, or 14 miles southeast of Roosevelt, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Coon Creek CG. This includes the following highways... US Highway 60 between mile markers 260 and 267. AZ Route 188 between mile markers 218 and 234.
What is the difference between a weather warning, watch and advisory?
The National Weather Service issues alerts in different categories to indicate the severity of storms and if the public should take immediate action to prevent the loss of life or property or be aware of the potential of the same.
Weather Warning
A weather warning is issued when severe weather conditions are occuring or imminent and there is danger to life and/or property. The warning will include what action should be taken including evacuation or shelter in place and should be heeded immediately. Warnings are usually issued for a small, specific area and for a definite period of time.
Weather Watch
A weather watch is an alert issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather. A weather watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, so it is important to stay tuned to the latest forecasts and be prepared for potential storms.
The purpose of a weather watch is to provide advance warning to people in the affected area so that they can take necessary precautions. It is important to remember that a weather watch does not mean that severe weather will definitely occur, but simply that there is a higher chance of it happening.
If you live in an area where severe weather is common, it may be wise to have a plan in place for what you will do if a storm hits. Make sure you have plenty of food and water stored, as well as flashlights, batteries, and other supplies. You may also want to consider evacuating if necessary.
Weather Advisory
An advisory means the conditions are likely to occur. These are typically used for less severe weather events like frost or winds but can be used for other types of severe weather.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A red flag warning is issued by the National Weather Service to inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies that conditions are ideal for wildland fires and any fire which does start could spread rapidly. These are often issued after drought conditions, when humidity is very low and especially when there are high or erratic winds. The possibility of lightning is also a determining factor. Fire fighting agencies often will increase their staffing and equipment resources due to the forecast risk. For the public, a Red Flag Warning often means high fire danger leading to restrictions or bans on outdoor burning including burn piles, burn barrels and campfires. Use of anything which may produce sparks, including outdoor lawn equipment, chainsaws and welding, may be restricted or prohibited.
The weather criteria for fire weather watches and red flag warnings vary with each Weather Service office’s warning area based on the local vegetation type, topography, and distance from major water sources. They usually include the daily vegetation moisture content calculations, expected afternoon high temperature, afternoon minimum relative humidity and daytime wind speed.
An enhanced version of the warning, called extreme red flag warning, may be issued. This means that conditions for fire growth and behavior are extremely dangerous due to a combination of strong winds, very low humidity, long duration, and very dry fuels.