UPPER RIO GRANDE VALLEY/EASTERN SAN JUAN MOUNTA… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible although the risk will decrease into the evening as stronger showers and thunderstorms diminish.
* WHERE...The eastern San Juan Mountains and Upper Rio Grande Valley.
* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may exacerbate flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Waves of showers and isolated embedded thunderstorms will continue into the evening. Although rainfall will be more limited in coverage, localized amounts of up to 0.5 inches could cause additional minor rises in the smaller creeks and tributaries. - The eastern San Juan Mountains and Upper Rio Grande Valley with the greatest risk across Conejos County. - 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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