Arizona weather forecast: Drier conditions expected after Wednesday storm

PHOENIX - Light showers made their way across Arizona on Wednesday, but skies will dry out overnight. 

Tomorrow:

Thursday will be drier and sunnier in central and southern Arizona. However, far northern Arizona will continue to see on and off showers and storms throughout Thursday, impacting towns like Jacob Lake, Page and Kayenta.

Temperatures will fall into the mid 60s in the Valley Thursday morning. Thursday will be a cooler day, with high temperatures in the low to mid 80s. The rest of the state will see cooler temperatures as well, with highs dropping by about four to eight degrees.

Later This Week:

Dry and sunny weather will continue into the weekend, with gradually warming temperatures through the upper 80s.

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Rain/flood safety tips

The American Red Cross' tips for heavy rain situations and flood safety:

• Turn around don’t drown! If you must drive and you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and go another way.
• If you are caught on a flooded road and waters are rising rapidly around you, get out of the car quickly and move to higher ground.
• Tune in to your local radio, NOAA radio, or news channels for the latest updates.
• If your neighborhood is prone to flooding, be prepared to evacuate quickly.
• Follow evacuation orders and do not attempt to return until officials say it is safe.
• If power lines are down, do not step in puddles or standing water.
• If power is out, use a flashlight. Do not use any open flame as alternate lighting.

Preparing for a severe thunderstorm 

The American Red Cross' tips for preparing for a severe thunderstorm:

• Put together an emergency kit.
• Know your community’s evacuation plan.
• Create a household disaster plan and practice it.
• Purchase a battery-powered or hand-crank radio
• Discuss thunderstorm safety with members of your household. Be aware that a thunderstorm could produce flooding.
• Pick a safe place in your home for household members to gather during a thunderstorm. This should be a place where there are no windows, skylights, or glass doors, which could be broken by strong winds or hail and cause damage or injury.

Road Conditions

• Call 511 anywhere in Arizona or 1-888-411-ROAD (7623)
• az511.com