MINERAL, CO; Rio Grande, CO — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Southeastern Mineral County and Rio Grande County...
* WHEN...Until 215 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding will continue along the Rio Grande this afternoon, especially from near Del Norte to below Monte Vista. Several roads remain closed and housing areas evacuated due to high water. While the river has crested at most locations this morning, flooding and high flows will continue into the afternoon, especially around Monte Vista.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1131 AM MDT, Water levels along the Rio Grande remain high, especially in the stretch from Del Norte to below Monte Vista, although the river has crested and levels are forecast to slowly fall through the day. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... The Rio Grande River from Del Norte to Monte Vista. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Mineral, CO; Rio Grande, 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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