Road Runner: Beware of driving risks as Tucson monsoon begins | Local news

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Don’t underestimate the power of water. Six inches of fast running water can knock an adult over, and 18 inches of water can carry most vehicles away. Avoid low water crossings and areas that are already flooded.

Never drive around barricades or try to cross streets with running water.

If you run into a dust storm, pull your vehicle off the lane, park your vehicle, turn off your vehicle’s lights, and take your foot off the brakes. Stay in your vehicle with your seat belt on and wait for the storm to pass.

Lightning can strike from 10 miles away and start fires that spread quickly in strong winds. When you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike.

If a storm is approaching, go inside or take shelter and stay indoors for at least 30 minutes after a storm has passed before going outside again. If there is no building nearby, get into a vehicle.

Down the streetRepairs on Orange Grove Road

Drivers should expect minor delays on the following sections of Orange Grove Road starting Monday June 21:

Monday through Saturday, June 26th, along the Orange Grove between East Skyline Drive and North Leonardo da Vinci Way.

From Thursday June 24th to Friday June 25th along the Orange Grove between North Orange Blossom Lane and North Avenida Manzana.

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