Phoenix Forecast Calls for a 5th Consecutive Day of Rain
The metro Phoenix forecast calls for a fifth consecutive day of rain, which may trigger potentially dangerous flash flooding.
"We still have a lot of lingering moisture in the low levels,"
Gabriel Lojero of the National Weather Service (NWS) said. A flood watch remains in effect until 8 p.m.
- Showers and storms are expected to develop in late morning and afternoon.
- Localized flash flood warnings may be issued in areas with significant downpours.
"These thunderstorms will be capable once again of producing very heavy rainfall rates,"
Lojero said. Author's summary: Phoenix faces flash flooding risks.