LA PLATA, CO — ...The National Weather Service in Grand Junction has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Colorado...
La Plata River at Hesperus affecting La Plata County.
For the La Plata River...including Hesperus...elevated river levels are forecast.
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...La Plata River at Hesperus and downstream to the state line.
* WHEN...From this evening to Tuesday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 PM MST Monday the stage was 5.3 feet. - Bankfull stage is 5.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 3.9 feet Monday, November 09. - Action stage is 5.0 feet. - Flood stage is 5.5 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in La Plata, 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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