MESA, CO; Montrose, CO; Grand, UT — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Southwestern Mesa County in west central Colorado... West Central Montrose County in west central Colorado... Southeastern Grand County in east central Utah...
* WHEN...Until 915 AM MST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. River or stream flows are elevated.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 915 AM MST, gauge reports indicated high water levels due to extended rainfall and runoff. Rapid river rises will cause minor flooding in Dolores River. - Dolores River is the most likely place to experience minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Gateway. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Mesa, CO; Montrose, CO; Grand, UT 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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