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Arizona Floods Trigger Mass Evacuations
2 Nov
Summary
- Heavy rain caused flash floods, forcing evacuations in Sedona and Camp Verde.
- Multiple state highways were closed due to significant rainfall and flooding.
- Emergency responses included rescue operations and temporary shelter setups.
On November 1st, significant rainfall led to severe flash flooding across Arizona, necessitating evacuations and road closures. In Sedona, residents were ordered to evacuate as rising waters from Oak Creek Canyon threatened homes and surrounded vehicles. Evacuation orders also affected areas in Camp Verde and Gila County.
Authorities issued warnings for residents near waterways to evacuate, directing them to designated shelters. The flooding disrupted transportation, forcing the closure of several state highways, including parts of State Route 89A, State Route 73, and State Route 238. The Arizona Department of Transportation worked to address these closures and responded to rockfall incidents.
Emergency services were mobilized to conduct rescue operations in flooded zones. Temporary shelters were established in Camp Verde and Clarkdale to accommodate displaced residents. Officials urged the public to exercise caution and avoid flooded roads and washes.
