Headline:
Flood Advisory issued July 22 at 11:04AM MDT until July 22 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 10:04am
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows are possible, flooding
caused by excessive rainfall over the Gold Mountain Fire is
possible.
* WHERE...Gold Mountain Fire in Ouray County Colorado, including
Dexter and Cutler Creeks and Highway 550.
* WHEN...Until 900 PM MDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Excessive rainfall is possible over the Gold Mountain
Burn Scar which could lead to flash flooding and/or debris flows,
particularly along highway 550 between Cutler Creek and Dexter
Creek. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and
other loose materials.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1057 AM MDT, The probability of heavy rainfall will
increase after 12 PM this afternoon, lasting through the
evening. If thunderstorms develop over the Gold Mountain burn
scar, debris flows are likely within Cutler and Dexter Creek
drainages, including Highway 550.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Climb to higher ground. Avoid Cutler and Dexter Creek drainages.
Area Description:
Ouray, CO
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Junction CO
Sender: