We have determined that street and small stream flooding is possible in the following counties: Arapahoe, Denver, Adams, Douglas, Broomfield, Jefferson, Boulder (City of Boulder affected, Four Mile Burn Area affected)
including: the City of Aurora, DIA, Arvada, Wheat Ridge, Lakewood
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from: Current to 1159 PM.
Prime time for flooding: 815 PM to 1130 PM.
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Forecast rainfall: Moderate to strong thunderstorms will have the potential to produce rainfall rates of 0.3-0.8" in 10-30 minutes. A strong/slower moving thunderstorm or training of thunderstorm cells may result in heavy rainfall rates of up to 1.4" in 45-60 minutes.
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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
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Additional Information: 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.