M-1 Low Impact Flooding

Time: 752 PM Tue May 16, 2023 Forecaster: Justin Brooks ------------------------- MESSAGE 1 Flash Flood Prediction Program ------------------------- **** LOW IMPACT FLOODING **** PRIORITY DISSEMINATION RECOMMENDED We have determined that low impact flooding is likely in the following counties: DENVER, ARAPAHOE including: THE CITY OF AURORA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ from: Current to 900 PM . Prime time for flooding: Current to 830 PM . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Forecast rainfall: Thunderstorms will have the potential to produce moderate to heavy rainfall of 0.3-0.8" in 10-30 minutes. Training of thunderstorm cells may result in up to 1.6" in 45-60 minutes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Additional Information: Excessive runoff is imminent or already occurring in Denver County, Arapahoe County, and the City of Aurora. Strong thunderstorms may also contain large hail, gusty winds and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning. 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]