RIO GRANDE, CO — * WHAT...Flooding continues, especially along the Rio Grande and area waterways downstream from Monte Vista.
* WHERE...Southeastern Rio Grande County in south central Colorado...
* WHEN...Until 730 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations continues. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding, including Highway 112 between Del Norte and Center, and Highway 285 between Monte Vista and Center. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 120 PM MDT, the Rio Grande has crested at Del Norte and Monte Vista, however, flooding continues over low lying areas near the river and many waterways and agricultural areas away from the river remain flooded as well. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Monte Vista. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in 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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