Rimrock, Arizona (3TV/CBS 5) — Wet weather has caused flooding and unsafe conditions across much of the state, resulting in the closure of multiple highways and the evacuation of several cities in northern Arizona. The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office issued an evacuation order for residents of Rimrock and Lake Montezuma along Beaver Creek after Tuesday’s rain and wet weather created a major flooding problem. The American Red Cross is shelter and 395 S Main StreetAt the Camp Verde gym.
Residents of Prescott and Granite Gardens on Granite Creek and residents of Mayer along Big Bug Creek and Chimney Ranch RV Park have been placed on “set status” and should prepare to evacuate due to rising water levels. I have.
Heavy rains and flooding continue to hit the state, also causing dangerous road conditions in the highlands. The Arizona Department of Transportation says the following highways are closed due to weather and crashes:
- SR 89A both directions between Sedona and Flagstaff (MP 375-398)
- SR 87 northbound at Payson
- SR 64 (MP 244-261) near Grand Canyon National Park East Entrance
- SR 260 Payson East Both Directions (MP 277-283)
- SR 89A near Oak Creek Canyon
ADOT recommends postponing non-essential travel as today’s weather has thrown rocks and debris onto highways. If transportation is required, ADOT advises drivers to have an emergency kit and be prepared to spend long hours in winter conditions.
Arizona family Holly Bock was at Oak Creek near State Route 179 to capture this video of the rapids.
next area of Coconino National Forest is currently closed due to flooding.
- Call of the West Fork/Canyon
- grasshopper day use
- Chavez Group Camp
- Beaver Creek Day Use
- Lawrence Crossing Camp Area
- Bullpen (closed due to last week’s flooding)
Coconino National Forest continues to monitor other sites and is advising people to exercise caution, stay home and avoid roadways in affected areas.
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About 3 inches of snow have already been reported in the Flagstaff area, with another 3 inches expected tonight between 11pm and 5am.
More rain and snow will hit the state through Wednesday. Authorities are urging people not to drive across flooded roads and intersections. For flood and evacuation questions, please call (928) 442-5103.
Visit the Arizona’s Family’s First Alert Weather page to get the latest forecast.
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