Scottsdale, Arizona — A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for parts of Maricopa County in south central Arizona through 10:45 PM CT Friday, as thunderstorms drop heavy rain over the Scottsdale area.

What is happening: The National Weather Service in Phoenix issued the warning at 5:49 PM MST Friday. Doppler radar showed thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area, with between half an inch and an inch and a quarter already fallen. Up to another half inch of rain is possible, and flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. The warning runs until 8:45 PM MST.

Local impacts: Life-threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses is expected. Places in the warned area include Scottsdale, Cave Creek, Carefree, Desert Mountain and Scottsdale Airport. The Weather Service rates the flood damage threat as considerable.

What to do:

- Turn around, don't drown. Never drive through flooded roads.

- Most flood deaths happen in vehicles, so abandon a stalled car for higher ground if water rises around it.

- Stay aware of your surroundings and avoid low-water crossings, dips and underpasses.

- If you see water rising around you, get to higher ground immediately.

Source: National Weather Service, Phoenix, October 30, 2026.