Severe · Flood WarningThis alert has expired. It is kept for reference.
Flood Warning issued October 23 at 8:07PM MDT until October 23 at
Affecting Conejos, CO
In effect until: Oct 24, 2026, 4:15 AM
Conejos, CO
Likely impact in Conejos, CO; effects through 4:15 AM.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Read the original bulletin (official text)
* WHAT...Flooding along the Conejos River and its tributaries will continue in and around the communities of Conejos and Antonito due to excessive rainfall over the previous couple days. * WHERE...Southeastern Conejos County in south central Colorado... * WHEN...Until 1015 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of the Conejos River, area creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Mandatory evacuations continue along the Conejos River near Antonito. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 800 PM MDT, emergency management reported flooding in the warned area. Flooding is already occurring. - Stream gauges on the Conejos River and San Antonio River near Manassa continue to show rising water. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Manassa, Sanford, Antonito, Romeo, Conejos, Bountiful and Ortiz. - Highway 17 between Antonito and Cumbres Pass remains closed due to reported water and debris over the roadway. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Free. In your language.
Get the next alert for your area before it matters.
Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™