CONEJOS, CO — * WHAT...Flooding continues, especially along the Conejos River
* WHERE...Southern Conejos County in south central Colorado...
* WHEN...Until 315 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding will continue across low-lying and flood-prone locations, especially along and near the Conejos River.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1249 PM MDT, River gauge reports indicate elevated river levels continue due to multiple days of heavy rainfall. The Conejos River at Mogote has crested, although high flows and flooding will persist, especially downstream from Mogote to the confluence with the Rio Grande. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Manassa, Sanford and Conejos. - 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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