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Flood Warning
ActiveMineral, CO; Rio Grande, CO
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Severe
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
* WHERE...Southeastern Mineral County and Rio Grande County...
* WHEN...Until 1015 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Flooding will continue along and near the Rio Grande this evening, especially from near Del Norte to below Monte Vista. Several roads remain closed and housing areas evacuated due to high water. While many rivers and streams have already crested, flooding and high flows will continue tonight, especially around Monte Vista.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 754 PM MDT, local law enforcement reported flooding in the warned area. Flooding is already occurring. - Please continue to heed any road closures. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... The Rio Grande from Del Norte to Monte Vista. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instructions
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Data from the National Weather Service
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