Severe · Flood WarningThis alert has expired. It is kept for reference.
Flood Warning issued October 23 at 11:54AM MDT until October 23 at
Affecting La Plata, CO
In effect until: Oct 23, 2026, 8:00 PM
La Plata, CO
Likely impact in La Plata, CO; effects through 8:00 PM.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.
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* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southeastern La Plata County in southwestern Colorado... * WHEN...Until 200 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is ongoing. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding impacts with road and culvert washouts. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1151 AM MDT, Flooding impacts are ongoing. Minor rainfall amounts are expected this afternoon. - This includes but is not limited to the following streams anddrainages... Florida River, Spring Creek, Ute Creek, Salt Creek and Dry Creek. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Bayfield, Ignacio, Oxford, Tiffany and Allison. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™