OURAY, CO — * WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows are possible, flooding caused by excessive rainfall over the Gold Mountain Burn Scar is possible.
* WHERE...Gold Mountain Burn Scar in Ouray County Colorado, including Dexter and Cutler Creek drainages and Highway 550.
* WHEN...Until 145 AM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall is possible over the Gold Mountain Burn Scar which could lead to flash flooding and/or debris flows, particularly along highway 550 between Cutler Creek and Dexter Creek. The debr
Flooding in Ouray, CO can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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