The National Weather Service previously issued a FLASH FLOOD WARNING for Jefferson County
including:
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from: Current to 730 PM.
The National Weather Service has extended the Flash Flood Warning for the Quarry burn scar area effective until 730pm this evening.
Prime time for flooding: Current to 730 PM.
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Forecast rainfall: Between 0.3 and 0.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.2 to 0.4 inches are possible in the warned area.
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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 explanation: Excessive rainfall over the warning area will cause debris flows near steep terrain. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials.
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.