Overview
- Three fatalities have been confirmed in Globe and a fourth in Scottsdale, where 38-year-old Ander Polanco was found after waters receded.
- Ground searches continue with state and regional teams on scene and the Arizona National Guard activated under Governor Katie Hobbs’ emergency declaration.
- Authorities warn that downtown Globe is unsafe because of compromised buildings, debris and hundreds of scattered propane tanks, urging residents to avoid the area and shelter in place.
- Evacuation shelters are open in the Globe–Miami area and parts of US 60 and local roads have seen closures as crews clear damage.
- About 2.5 inches of rain fell in Globe and Phoenix Sky Harbor logged its wettest single day in seven years, with additional storms briefly slowing rescue efforts on Saturday.