Flood risk for Denver metro and I-25 corridor Sunday afternoon

· Aug. 7, 2022, 12:00 pm

Colorado Division Homeland Security & Emergency Management

Be sure to check the weather before travelling this afternoon and evening if you are near the I-25 corridor. The National Weather Service is warning of potential flash floods in the northern Front Range and Eastern Plains.

Burn scars – such as the Cameron Peak Fire burn area and Calwood Burn scar – have been the focus of flood warnings this summer. However the NWS warned heavy rains on Sunday could also cause flooding elsewhere.

âš ï¸Elevated risk of flash flooding today - Not just for the burn areas but the I-25 Corridor and adjacent plains, too! A closer look at timing/location here.

Stay aware of your surroundings, and be ready to take action. Avoid flood prone areas during & after heavy rain. #COwx pic.twitter.com/gvnUAJykMA
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) August 7, 2022

Be sure to avoid areas prone to flooding, and do not attempt to drive on flooded roads.

At least half of flash flood fatalities occur in automobiles. They are not a safe zone! Please do not drive through flooded areas. #COwx pic.twitter.com/CmxlLhAlHS
— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) August 7, 2022

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