Flash Flood — Pima, Arizona
2008-08-03 · near Wickchoupai, Pima, Arizona
3
Direct deaths
Event narrative
Swift water rescue was attempted at Sells Wash near Sells. The vehicle was washed away attempting to cross wash. Three people died and two were rescued.
Wider weather episode
Strong to severe thunderstorms with locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding developed across Southeast Arizona. These storms primarily impacted Graham, Cochise and Pima Counties.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 113664. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.