Severe · Flood WarningActive alert
Flood Warning issued October 24 at 11:43AM MDT until October 24 at
Affecting Mineral, CO; Rio Grande, CO
In effect until: Oct 24, 2026, 8:15 PM
Mineral, CO; Rio Grande, CO
Likely impact across 2 counties in CO; effects through 8:15 PM.
Heed all road closures and directives from law enforcement and local emergency management. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Southeastern Mineral County and Rio Grande County... * WHEN...Until 215 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding will continue along the Rio Grande this afternoon, especially from near Del Norte to below Monte Vista. Several roads remain closed and housing areas evacuated due to high water. While the river has crested at most locations this morning, flooding and high flows will continue into the afternoon, especially around Monte Vista. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1131 AM MDT, Water levels along the Rio Grande remain high, especially in the stretch from Del Norte to below Monte Vista, although the river has crested and levels are forecast to slowly fall through the day. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... The Rio Grande River from Del Norte to Monte Vista. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™