Time: 339 PM Sat July 31, 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 NOT AFFECTED)
including:
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from: Current
to 530 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 500 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Rain showers and weak to moderate thunderstorms
will have the potential to produce 0.5-1.5" of heavy rain in 10-30
minutes. A nearly stationary moderate to strong thunderstorm will have
the potential to produce up to 3.0" in 60-90 minutes.
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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 over Boulder County, including the City of Boulder.
Thunderstorms may also contain 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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