3:22 p.m.
Time: 322 PM Thu June 20, 2024
Forecaster: Laura Smith
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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 the following
counties: JEFFERSON, BROOMFIELD, ADAMS
including: ARVADA
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from: Current
to 530 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 430 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Strong thunderstorms will have the potential to
produce rainfall of 0.05-1.00” in 10-30 minutes.
A slow-moving thunderstorm or a large thunderstorm complex may result
in up to 1.50" of rain in up to 60 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
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Additional Information: Excessive runoff is imminent or already
occurring in Jefferson County, Broomfield County, Adams County, and
Arvada. Strong thunderstorms may also contain large hail, gusty winds,
and frequent cloud-to-ground lightning. Excessive runoff and flooding
of small streams and low-lying areas may occur.
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]
