Alertes en vigueurSaguache

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues along the Rio Grande River and waterways downstream.
Where: Southwestern Saguache, Central Mineral and Western Rio Grande Countie
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When: Until 1100 PM MDT.
Impacts: Flooding will continue along the Rio Grande, especially from South Fork to Del Norte. Several roads remain closed due to floodingincluding highway 160 and CO 112 near Del Norte. Bridges and roads over or near the waterways may be flooded or compromised by earlier flooding.
Additional Details: - At 848 PM MDT, Water levels along the Rio Grande will remain high, especially in the stretch from above South Fork through Del Norte until the flow recede Saturday morning. - 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 including the South Fork area and along highway 160 to Wolf Creek Pass. - Highway 160, between Wolf Creek Pass and South Fork, continues to be closed. Continue to heed all road closures. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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.