M-1 Low Impact Flooding

Time: 426 PM Mon June 5, 2023 Forecaster: Brad Simmons ------------------------- MESSAGE 1 Flash Flood Prediction Program ------------------------- **** LOW IMPACT FLOODING **** PRIORITY DISSEMINATION RECOMMENDED We have determined that low impact flooding is likely in BROOMFIELD COUNTY including: ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ from: Current to 700 PM . Prime time for flooding: Current to 630 PM . ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Forecast rainfall: Weak to moderate nearly stationary thunderstorms will have the potential to produce 0.3-0.8" in 10-30 minutes and up to 1.2" in 45-60 minutes. Strong slow moving thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates of 0.5-1.5” in 10-30 minutes and up to 2.0” of rain in 45-60 minutes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Additional Information: Excessive runoff is imminent or already occurring in Broomfield County. Strong thunderstorms may also contain hail, gusty winds and 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]