Flash Flood — Pima, Arizona

2024-08-08 to 2024-08-09 · near Emery Park, Pima, Arizona

Direct deaths

$1K

Property damage

Event narrative

Thunderstorms with heavy rainfall went through the Tucson Metro on August 8th resulting in 0.5 to 1.0 inches of rain leading to flash flooding and running washes. In addition, the Pima County Medical Examiner found that drowning was the primary factor in the death of one individual. The individual was found in Aviation Wash on August 9th with debris and running water.

Wider weather episode

Thunderstorms with heavy rainfall went through the Tucson Metro on August 8th resulting in 0.5 to 1.0 inches of rain leading to flash flooding and running washes.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1220931. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.