Flagstaff's Stormy Weather, Road Closures, and Holiday Excitement

13/10/2025 2 min
Flagstaff's Stormy Weather, Road Closures, and Holiday Excitement

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Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Monday, October 13th, 2025.We're waking up to some intense weather activity across northern Arizona. The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning for Coconino County last evening that lasted until 7:45 PM, reminding us that these storms are bringing more than just rain. Flagstaff has been experiencing several consecutive days of heavy rainfall, which is quite unusual for our high desert city. While we're accustomed to snow, this extended period of soaking rain has residents both surprised and concerned.City crews have been working around the clock to keep our roads clear and neighborhoods safe. The underpass along Route 66 filled with so much water that ADOT had to temporarily close it, and workers eventually brought in a front-end loader to scoop water away. If you live near areas prone to flooding, especially around the burn scar from the 2019 Museum Fire, the city is offering free sandbags at Thorpe Park. Just bring your own shovel and fill them yourself.Speaking of Thorpe Park, if you're curious about the history behind its name, there's a lunchtime lecture today at the Riordan Mansion State Historic Park at 12:15 PM exploring the story of who Thorpe was and why the park bears that name.For those looking for adventure despite the wet weather, the Flagstaff Fiasco Amazing Race and Tour kicks off this afternoon at 1 PM starting from East Aspen Avenue. It's a great way to explore the city in a fun, competitive format.Looking ahead to the holiday season, the North Pole Experience announced they're celebrating their 17th year and have welcomed over 750,000 guests since opening. With 240,000 dollars in new upgrades this season, the immersive Christmas attraction runs from November 15th through December 24th. Tickets range from 52 to 76 dollars, and they do sell out annually, so early reservations are recommended.The NAU women's golf team is competing in the NMSU Golf Iconic Classic in Las Cruces, New Mexico through October 15th, representing Flagstaff in a 19-team field.As we navigate these stormy conditions, remember to avoid flooded roadways and stay weather aware. The Rio de Flag Flood Control Project is working to redirect water and protect our neighborhoods, but with more rain in the forecast, vigilance remains important.This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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