TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) - We're tracking the latest Monsoon activity in Southern Arizona Tuesday.
12:36 p.m.
Pima County confirmed these road closures:
- Overton Road from La Cholla Boulevard to Verch Way
- Camino de la Tierra from Valencia Road to Bilby Road
- Snyder Road east of Scenic Mountain Drive at Ventana Wash
- Mission Road north of Duval Mine Road
- Mission Road north and south of milepost 1
- Wentworth Rd north of Speedway Boulevard
- Wentworth Rd south of Cape Horn Drive
11:48 a.m.
The National Weather Service issued an Urban Small Stream Flood Advisory for western Cochise County, northeastern Pima County and southeastern Pinal County until 1 p.m.
Areas included are Tucson, Catalina, Oro Valley, Marana, Oracle, Tanque Verde, Saddlebrooke, San Manuel, Tortolita, Mount Lemmon/Summerhaven, Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, Catalina Foothills, Saguaro National Park East, Catalina State Park, Campo Bonito, Seven Falls, Biosphere 2 and Oracle Junction.
11:36 a.m.
Tucson Fire crews rescued two people from the Flowing Wells Wash near Prince and Romero. No one was injured.
#TucsonFire, working alongside @NorthwestFire and @GRFDAZ pulled two victims out of the Flowing Wells wash near Prince and Romero. Both are unharmed, however the pair floated from Evergreen Cemetery to where they were rescued, more than half a mile 🚒💨 #waterescue pic.twitter.com/T8KUOHZgud
— Tucson Fire Department (@TucsonFireDept) August 10, 2021
11:48 a
11:35 a.m.
Pima County says these roads are closed:
- Overton Road from La Cholla Boulevard to Verch Way
- Camino de la Tierra from Valencia Road to Bilby Road
- Snyder Road east of Scenic Mountain Drive at Ventana Wash
- Mission Road north of Duval Mine Road
- Mission Road north and south of milepost 1
10:13 a.m.
Tucson Fire crews responded to University City Church, 604 N. Sixth Ave., which was struck by lightning just before 10 a.m. The department said there was no fire danger.
POWER SURGE ⚡️ #TucsonFire is on scene at the UCity Church on 6th Avenue, which was struck by lightning shortly before 10 this morning. Ladder crews are headed to the roof, however there is no fire danger. Fire Prevention is in scene #TFD pic.twitter.com/p1Z5vrLlCn
— Tucson Fire Department (@TucsonFireDept) August 10, 2021
Pima County Sheriff's deputies say they are working several hiker rescues in flooded areas.
Several hikers are stranded in Sabino Canyon due to water. If you cross water during monsoon season be prepared for this to happen. You should bring food, water, and clothing in the event this happens to you. It could take several hours for the water to recede. @PimaSheriff pic.twitter.com/QoKXHSjdbh
— PCSD Search and Rescue (@PCSD_SAR) August 10, 2021
9:18 a.m.
Golder Ranch Fire conducted a swiftwater rescue near Overton and La Cholla, pulling three people to safety:
Overton Road is closed from La Cholla Boulevard to Verch Way.
9:12 a.m.
The National Weather Service extended its Flash Flood Warning until 11 a.m.
The warning includes northwester Cochise, southwester Graham and northeastern Pima Counties.
An inch of rain fell in the Tanque Verde Wash area in 30 minutes.
Areas vulnerable to flash flooding include Tanque Verde, Saguaro National Park East, Redington and Seven Falls.
6:40 a.m.
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for northeastern Pima County, including Catalina and Oro Valley.
As many as two inches of rain have fallen in the areas. The warning lasts until 9:30 a.m.
6:35 a.m.
Marana Unified School District schools have been delayed by two hours due to flash flooding and running washes.
Due to severe flooding, all Marana Unified schools and buses are delayed two hours.
— Northwest Fire (@NorthwestFire) August 10, 2021
This morning has started with heavy rain around Marana / Picture Rocks areas. Please be careful on the roads if you are heading out. Pack your patience. Turn around, don’t drown! https://t.co/cm58xckfYu
The district released this information to parents:
MUSD Families,
Due to severe flooding and running washes, all Marana district schools are delayed by two hours this morning. Additionally, all bus routes are delayed by two hours due to flooding on numerous transportation routes. All LEAP before school programs remain open and on schedule. Breakfast will not be served, however, we will plan to serve lunch at normally scheduled times.
We will continue to provide updates if weather persists or information changes.
Thank you,
MUSD Administration
A district spokeswoman said school would release at the usual time.
6:11 a.m.
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for northwesern Pima County. The warning lasts until 8:15 a.m.
Heavy rain coming down across the northwest side of town, including Oro Valley, Marana, Dove Mountain, and Catalina! Please allow lots of extra time on your commute this morning, and be safe! pic.twitter.com/nZiiP2rdMS
— April Madison (@AprilMadisonWX) August 10, 2021
Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.
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