Severe · Flood WarningThis alert has expired. It is kept for reference.
Flood Warning issued October 23 at 3:17AM MDT until October 23 at
Affecting San Juan, UT
In effect until: Oct 23, 2026, 11:30 AM
San Juan, UT
Likely impact in San Juan, UT; effects through 11:30 AM.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...Portions of San Juan County in southeastern Utah. * WHEN...Until 530 AM MDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Low-water crossings are inundated with water and may not be passable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 317 AM MDT, River gages indicate high flow through McElmo Canyon and water levels continue to rise. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area. - 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... Low-lying areas along McElmo Creek between Cortez and Aneth. - Flooding is ongoing at Bartlett Wash and Hunters Canyon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™