UPPER RIO GRANDE VALLEY/EASTERN SAN JUAN MOUNTA… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...The eastern San Juan Mountains and Upper Rio Grande Valley.
* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Scattered thunderstorms across the higher terrain this afternoon could produce locally heavy rainfall over the eastern San Juan Mountains and the Upper Rio Grande Valley. Ample sub-tropcial moisture will then bring periods of moderate to heavy rain across the area from tonight into Friday morning before winding down Friday afternoon. - The eastern San Juan Mountains and Upper Rio Grande Valley. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Upper Rio Grande Valley/Eastern San Juan Mountains Below 10000 Ft; Eastern San Juan Mountains Above 10000 Ft 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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