Flash Flood Warning Issued in Rio Blanco, Colorado

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Rio Blanco County in Colorado.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 8:25 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 11:30 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Lee Burn Scar. Between 0.3 and 0.5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 4 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding in and around the Lee Burn Scar

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the Lee Burn Scar. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Mainly rural areas of South Central Rio Blanco County

Areas Affected

The warning covers Rio Blanco County in Colorado.

Safety Information

This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks…streams…and ditches in the Lee Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in places. If you encounter flood waters…climb to safety.