2:38 p.m.
Time: 238 PM Fri May 26, 2023
Forecaster: Brad Simmons
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MESSAGE 1
Flash Flood Prediction Program
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**** LOW IMPACT FLOODING ****
PRIORITY DISSEMINATION RECOMMENDED
We have determined that low impact flooding is likely in the following
counties: DOUGLAS, ARAPAHOE
including: THE CITY OF AURORA
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from: Current
to 500 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 430 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Moderate to strong thunderstorms will have the
potential to produce 0.4-1.2" in 10-30 minutes. A slow moving
thunderstorm or a large thunderstorm may result in up to 2.0" in 45-60
minutes.
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The most likely areas to be impacted by flooding are:
X
Mountain streams & floodplains; road crossings; canyon roads &
highways; recreational trails; adjacent open space
areas/campgrounds/parks; fishing access points & stream reaches;
buildings near streams; utilities
X
Urban streams/gulches; road crossings; recreational trails; adjacent
open space areas/campgrounds/parks; floodplain properties; utilities
X
Urban streets, intersections, low lying areas, known trouble spots
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Additional Information: Excessive runoff is imminent or already
occurring in Douglas County, Arapahoe County, and the City of Aurora.
Strong thunderstorms may also contain large hail, gusty winds and
frequent cloud-to-ground lightning and possibly a very isolated
tornado.
This message is not intended for public dissemination. Please pass
this information along to affected emergency response organizations
(police, fire, public works, etc.) within your area.
Also, please take appropriate actions to prepare for possible
flooding.
Further information will be provided to you as it becomes available.
MHFD Flood Prediction Center: 303-458-0789 F2P2 Website
[http://udfcd.org/Flash+Flood+Prediction+Program]
