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 |  Arizona Republic

The National Weather Service called off a flood watch for the Phoenix area for the evening of Sept. 4 as chances of rain diminished.

As of 9 p.m., there was a 30% chance of thunderstorms overnight. The forecast said the greatest chance for rain was between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. The low was expected to be 78, with winds expected to calm after midnight.

Friday, Sept. 5, was forecast to have a high of 94 with a 30% chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon, rising to 40% at night.

Saturday, Sept. 6, was forecast to have a high of 95 with a 30% chance of showers early, diminishing to a 20% chance of storms at night.

Sunday, Sept. 7, was expected to be sunny, with a high of 99.

Flood safety tips for drivers

  • Never drive into flooded roadways. 
  • Avoid low-lying washes and underpasses.
  • Keep updated on alerts from the National Weather Service.
  • Watch for rapid rises in creeks, streams and normally dry washes. 

Dust storm safety tips for drivers

  • If driving on the freeway, exit if possible.
  • Check traffic around your vehicle and begin slowing down.
  • Pull off the roadway as far as possible.
  • Turn off all vehicle lights, including emergency flashers.
  • Set the emergency brake and take your foot off the brake pedal.
  • Stay in your vehicle with your seatbelt fastened and wait for the storm to pass.