Severe · Flood WarningThis alert has expired. It is kept for reference.
Flood Warning issued October 23 at 12:35PM MDT until October 23 at
Affecting Conejos, CO
In effect until: Oct 23, 2026, 8:45 PM
Conejos, CO
Likely impact in Conejos, CO; effects through 8:45 PM.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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.
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* WHAT...Flooding along the Conejos River and other area streams caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Western Conejos County in south central Colorado... * WHEN...Until 245 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding along the Conejos River, area streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1231 PM MDT, Emergency management reported flooding in the warned area. Flooding is already occurring. - Stream gauge reports indicate that the Conejos River will be nearing its crest within the next few hours. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cumbres Pass, Platoro, Mogote. - Highway 17 between Antonito and Cumbres Pass remains closed due to reported water and debris over the roadway. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™