MINERAL, CO; Rio Grande, CO — * WHAT...Flooding along the South Fork Rio Grande and mainstem Rio Grande through South Fork caused by rain and snowmelt is expected.
* WHERE...Southeastern Mineral County in south central Colorado... West Central Rio Grande County in south central Colorado...
* WHEN...Until 430 PM MST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding along the South Fork Rio Grande and mainstem Rio Grande through South Fork is expected. Additional flooding of creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from rainfall and upstream snowmelt.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 433 PM MST, Rain and snowmelt is occurring, and will cause flooding. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen on top of melting snow. Stream gauge data indicates that the South Fork Rio Grande at South Fork will be reaching flood stage soon. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... South Fork and areas along Highway 160 up to Wolf Creek Pass. - 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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