Phoenix, AZ – Residents in Arizona and New Mexico should prepare for a stormy weekend, as heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Friday, September 26, and Saturday, September 27.
According to the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center, an upper low parked along the West Coast is expected to spin moisture into the region, producing widespread showers and scattered thunderstorms. Forecasters say high hourly rainfall rates could accompany the storms, raising the risk of flash flooding in burn scars, arroyos, and urban areas.
The Weather Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk outlook for excessive rainfall in central and southern Arizona on Friday, extending into New Mexico on Saturday. This designation means scattered flash flooding will be possible, particularly in low-lying areas and flood-prone terrain.
Authorities are urging residents to stay alert and take precautions. “Turn around, don’t drown” remains the key safety reminder from the National Weather Service, which warns against driving through flooded roads.
Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts are advised to monitor weather alerts closely and adjust plans accordingly. Conditions could change rapidly as thunderstorms develop.
