4:17 p.m.
Time: 417 PM Tue August 6, 2024
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 the following
counties: BROOMFIELD, JEFFERSON
including: ARVADA
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from: Current
to 600 PM
.
Prime time for flooding: Current
to 530 PM
.
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Forecast rainfall: Moderate to strong thunderstorms will produce
rainfall rates of 0.25-0.80" total in 10-30 minutes. A strong
stationary storm, or training of thunderstorms will have the potential
to produce up to 1.50" in under 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, and Arvada. 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
[http://udfcd.org/Flash+Flood+Prediction+Program]
