Time: 424 PM Tue August 26, 2025
Forecaster: Aaron O'Brien
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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 600 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 530 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Typical showers or weak thunderstorm will produce a
0.20”-0.60” total in 10-30 minutes. A moderate shower/thunderstorm
will produce 0.60”-1.20” total in 10-30 minutes.
An anchored moderate thunderstorm, or training of moderate
showers/thunderstorms will have the potential to produce up to 2.40”
in under 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. 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
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http://udfcd.org/Flash+Flood+Prediction+Program]