What is happening
* WHAT...Flooding caused by recent rainfall continues. * WHERE...South Central La Plata County in southwestern Colorado... * WHEN...Until 515 PM MST. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 229 PM MST, Flooding is already occurring in the warned area. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Animas River, Basin Creek and Lightner Creek. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Areas near Durango south to Bondad and the state line. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Official instructions
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.
