[Newsrelease] Flood Season Begins April 15
by Kevin Stewart
DENVER, April 15, 2019 - Today the Flood Control District is launching its 41st annual flood prediction and notification service. This long-running program serves the 7-county Denver region by working in close partnership with the National Weather Service to alert local authorities of developing flood threats.
A large network of rain and stream gauges with over 200 stations allows continuous monitoring of threatening weather and flood conditions. Alerts are sent automatically when alarm thresholds are exceeded. Twitter users can receive these notifications from the ALERT System when heavy rainfall is occurring in the region.
Forecasters at Skyview Weather provide essential meteorological support that includes calling 911 communication centers when flooding is imminent. Critical information is then relayed to the appropriate response agencies.
As we enter the 2019 flooding season, the Flood Control District urges that everyone to: 1) heed flood warnings by taking protective actions recommended by the NWS, local news stations and public safety officials; 2) avoid trail use near streams during heavy downpours; 3) not drive into floodwaters or enter flooded areas on foot; 4) be aware of flood risks near your home, school and workplace; and 5) consider purchasing flood insurance. Stay flood safe!
About the Flood Control District:
The Urban Drainage and Flood Control District was established by the Colorado legislature in 1969 to protect people, property and the environment by working regionally with local governments to address drainage and flood hazards. This is accomplished through a combination of preservation, mitigation and education activities. The District serves a population of approximately 3 million and covers a 1,608 square-mile area that includes Denver, parts of the six surrounding counties, and 35 incorporated cities and towns.
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Contact: Kevin Stewart, kstewart(a)udfcd.org<mailto:kstewart@udfcd.org>, 303-455-6277
Kevin Stewart, P.E.
Manager | Flood Warning & Information Services
URBAN DRAINAGE AND FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT
2480 W. 26TH Ave. Suite 156-B | Denver, CO 80211
P: 303.455.6277 | www.udfcd.org
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