Phoenix hurricane guide¶

Phoenix is a desert city, and the city says storms and flooding can strike quickly and change conditions fast. It describes the monsoon as running from June 15 to September 30, with storms peaking between mid-July and mid-August. Its pages cover flash flood safety, driving in floods, and sand for sandbags. The city pages checked do not list their own alert sign up, so see the Maricopa County page for county alerts and agencies.

Official website: phoenix.gov

What to know in Phoenix¶

• In past storms, the city has made sand available at city parks once a major flood storm was forecast. Residents bring their own bags and shovels. Check city announcements for any current sand locations.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• Phoenix Office of Emergency Management: The city's emergency management office page. Website.
• Phoenix Monsoon Resources: The city's flash flood, monsoon, and sandbag guidance. Website.

County services that cover Phoenix¶

Maricopa County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Phoenix. The Maricopa County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA): Alerts sent to WEA-enabled phones in the affected area. The county says you do not need to download an app or subscribe. Website.
• Maricopa County Monsoon and flood safety: Flood Control District guidance on flooding, dust storms, sandbags, and extreme heat, with rainfall maps. Website.

Related guides¶

• Should I evacuate?
• What to expect at a hurricane shelter
• Hurricane supply list
• After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
• Insurance claims and disaster aid

Sources¶

Checked on October 10, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.

• https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/communications/monsoon-resources.html
• https://www.phoenix.gov/
• https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/emergency.html