Time: 340 PM Thu July 1, 2021
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 BOULDER
COUNTY (CITY OF BOULDER AFFECTED, FOUR MILE BURN AREA AFFECTED)
including:
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from: Current
to 630 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 615 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Strong thunderstorms will have the potential to
produce 0.6-1.8" in 10-30 minutes. A large slow moving strong
thunderstorm may result in very heavy rainfall of up to 3.0" in 45-90
minutes. Should rain continue for longer than 90 minutes in duration
higher amounts are possible.
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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
X
Mountain locations subject to mud/rock/debris slide
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Additional Information: Excessive runoff is imminent or already
occurring. The Message 2 remains in effect until midnight. 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]