Alertes en vigueurRio Grande

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.
Where: Southwestern Saguache, Central Mineral and Western Rio Grande Countie
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When: Until 700 PM MDT.
Impacts: Several structures are flooded and evacuations have occurred from Wolf Creek Ranch to Fun Valley. Some roads remain closed due to flooding including highway 160 and FR380. The Park Creek bridge has been washed away with considerable debris in the water.
Additional Details: - At 443 PM MDT, Stream gauges indicate flooding continues for the South Fork Rio Grande, Rio Grande between South Fork and Del Norte, and other area streams. - The South Fork Rio Grande and other area streams are past their crests and are continuing to fall. The South Fork Rio Grande is expected to fall back below Flood Stage late tonight. - Some locations that will experience flooding include The Rio Grande River and its tributaries including the South Fork area and along highway 160 to Wolf Creek Pass. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe.