12:30 p.m.
Time: 1230 PM Thu May 11, 2023
Forecaster: Justin Brooks
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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 ARAPAHOE
COUNTY
including: THE CITY OF AURORA
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from: Current
to 300 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 230 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Moderate to brief strong rain showers/isolated
thunderstorms will have the potential to produce heavy rainfall rates
of 0.5-1.0" in 30-60 minutes. Training of thunderstorm cells could in
up to 2.0" of heavy rain in 45-60 minutes.
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The most likely areas to be impacted by flooding are:
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 Arapahoe County and the City of Aurora. Instead of 0.5"
in 10 minute alarm rainfall, steady moderate rainfall over an already
saturated ground will be the biggest issue, resulting in localized
flooding. These showers will remain over the area for an extended time
and the LIF may need to be extended further.
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]
