Scottsdale, AZ – After a weekend of intense rain across Arizona, several streets and walking paths in Scottsdale were submerged on Monday morning. Floodwaters swamped roadways near Hayden Road and Chaparral Road, and even rose against the walls of a nearby Anytime Fitness facility.
Road closures and safety warnings
Residents who had planned morning walks, bike rides, or trips to the gym found their routes blocked as water pooled on the pavement. The city’s public works and fire departments warned that conditions could change quickly, urging motorists to avoid flooded washes and to obey barricades.
Rescue in Terravita neighborhood
At approximately 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Scottsdale and Phoenix fire crews responded to a water‑rescue call in the Terravita neighborhood, near the intersection of Scottsdale and Westland roads. A driver became trapped after their vehicle entered a flooded wash. Firefighters provided a flotation device and helmet, then safely extracted the occupant from the water.
Official safety advice
Scottsdale Fire Captain Dave Folio emphasized the danger of driving through moving water, citing the “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” campaign. “Just a few inches of moving water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle,” he wrote in an emailed statement. “Please make good decisions and protect yourself and your passengers. No destination is worth risking your life or the lives of first responders.”
Captain Folio also reminded residents not to walk, swim, or play in moving floodwater and to avoid crossing washes that appear shallow. If a vehicle becomes trapped, he advised callers to dial 911 and follow emergency‑responder instructions.
What to expect next
City crews will continue monitoring water levels and will clear debris as the floodwaters recede. Motorists should check local traffic alerts before traveling and be prepared for temporary road closures. The Scottsdale Police Department and fire services remain on standby to respond to any additional incidents.
Community response
Neighbors in the affected areas have expressed concern but also gratitude for the swift rescue effort. Local businesses, including the Anytime Fitness location, are assessing any damage and will reopen once conditions are safe.
Authorities encourage residents to stay informed through official city channels and to report any hazardous conditions promptly.
Original reporting: azfamily KTVK/KPHO Phoenix (news) — read the source article.
