Hinsdale County, CO
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In effect from Sunday 11/01 5:00 AM MST – Monday 11/02 11:00 AM MST
Issued by NWS Grand Junction CO
What
Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of southwest Colorado, including the following areas, Animas River Basin, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River, San Juan River Basin and Southwest San Juan Mountains and southeast Utah, including the following areas, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, La Sal and Abajo Mountains and Southeast Utah.
When
From Sunday morning through Monday morning.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, recently burned areas, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
Additional Details
- 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected across portions of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado from Sunday morning through Monday morning over soils that are still saturated from recent rainfall and flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
Areas Impacted
- Southwest San Juan Mountains
- Four Corners/Upper Dolores River
- Animas River Basin
- San Juan River Basin
- Southeast Utah
- La Sal and Abajo Mountains
- Canyonlands/Natural Bridges
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Weather Story
Created by the NWS Grand Junction WFO
Wet weather returns to the region this weekend as Pacific moisture moves in from the southwest. Look for showers and thunderstorms from late this afternoon through Saturday leading to localized flash flooding in the heavier storms. Then widespread heavy rain is possible Sunday with a Flood Watch in effect on and south of the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado and the La Sal Mountains in southeastern Utah. High mountain passes along and south of I-70 may see winter driving conditions Sunday night and Monday.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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