CONEJOS, CO — * WHAT...Flooding continues, especially along the Conejos River.
* WHERE...Southern Conejos County...
* WHEN...Until 915 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is occurring.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 644 PM MDT, High water levels in area creeks and streams continue, although many locations in the San Juan Mountains have crested and have begun to slowly fall. Over the western portion of the San Luis Valley, many streams and creeks are near crest now and will slowly fall for the remainder of the night. The Conejos River at Mogote has crested, but will likely remain above flood stage until early Monday morning. - Please heed all road closures and evacuation or shelter in place orders. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Platoro, Mogote. - Highway 17 between Antonito and Cumbres Pass remains closed. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Conejos, 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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