A Flood Advisory has been issued for a portion of northeast Colorado, including counties such as southwestern Adams, western Arapahoe, Denver, and northeastern Jefferson. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Denver, CO, has issued this advisory until 9:30 PM MDT due to excessive rainfall causing flooding in the area.
According to the NWS, Doppler radar has indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, resulting in minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has already fallen, with additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch expected. This additional rain is likely to lead to minor flooding in the affected areas.
Some of the locations expected to experience flooding include Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Centennial, Commerce City, Littleton, Englewood, Wheat Ridge, Greenwood Village, Denver International Airport, and others.
This Flood Advisory serves as a reminder for residents in the affected areas to stay vigilant and be prepared for potential flooding. It is essential to avoid flooded roads, as even shallow flowing water can sweep vehicles away. Residents are advised to move to higher ground if flooding occurs in their area and to follow any instructions from local authorities.
In light of this weather event, it is crucial for individuals to stay informed about changing weather conditions and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and the safety of others.
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References:
– NWS Denver CO. (n.d.). Flood Advisory issued August 28 at 6:27PM MDT until August 28 at 9:30PM MDT. National Weather Service. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5e9c1ad67d56bb7f4285c16c93f0f95a45d8120c.001.1.cap]
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