Flash Flood — Pima, Arizona

2010-07-30 · near Naviska, Pima, Arizona

Event narrative

Heavy rain caused poor visibility and ponding of water on Interstate 10. The driver of an automobile lost control of vehicle in the rain and crashed into a semi-tractor trailer which had slowed to under 15 mph because of the rain. The driver of the automobile died at the scene. In addition, heavy rain caused a berm to breach, which flooded an equestrian center. Hay and feed used for horses at the facility was ruined.

Wider weather episode

Numerous thunderstorms formed within a very moist atmosphere over southeast Arizona, producing heavy flooding rainfall at many locales. Many creeks, washes and rivers experienced heavy runoff and elevated flows.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 243602. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.