The National Weather Service has issued severe thunderstorm and flash flood warnings for the Oracle area.

The thunderstorm warning, lasting until 3:30 p.m., included southeastern Pinal County. It was issued after Doppler radar indicated a severe thunderstorm moving southwest in the Oracle area.

The flash flood warning, in effect until 5:15 p.m., also covers southeastern Pinal County.

The weather service warns of damaging winds, destructive hail and lightning. Flooding from heavy rain and excessive runoff is predicted.

For a comprehensive look at Tucson-area weather, go to our online forecast.

Read more about Southern Arizona’s monsoon.

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