Wickenburg, AZ – Two vehicles were swept away in rising floodwaters near Wickenburg on Tuesday, prompting a swiftwater rescue by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Aviation Unit.
According to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), the rescue occurred on November 18, 2025, when flood conditions intensified, submerging a vehicle and trapping occupants amid fast-moving currents. Aviation Unit “Fox 1” responded to the scene, performing an aerial rescue to bring the stranded individuals to safety.
Officials said this was one of two swiftwater rescues handled by MCSO that day, highlighting the dangers of flash flooding in low-lying desert areas. No injuries were immediately reported.
Authorities are reminding drivers to avoid crossing flooded roadways and to “turn around, don’t drown” during storms. Seasonal rains have made conditions unpredictable across central Arizona, particularly near dry washes that can flood quickly.
The Sheriff’s Office praised its aviation and rescue teams for their “outstanding work and dedication to saving lives.”
Residents are urged to monitor local weather alerts and avoid unnecessary travel in flood-prone areas as additional rain remains possible later this week.
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