Time: 624 PM Fri August 19, 2022
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 800 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 730 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Weak to moderate thunderstorms will produce
rainfall rates of 0.3-0.9" in 10-30 minutes. Strong thunderstorms will
have the potential to produce heavy rainfall rates of 0.9-1.8" in
10-30 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 over portions of Arapahoe County and over 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 Â Â Â F2P2 Website
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http://udfcd.org/Flash+Flood+Prediction+Program]