Grand Junction, CO – Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected across western Colorado Tuesday, creating a heightened risk of flash flooding through the evening, the National Weather Service reported.
Flood Risk Across the Region
According to the National Weather Service Grand Junction, areas most at risk include regions with recent wildfire burn scars, steep terrain, and saturated soils, which can produce dangerous runoff and debris flows.
The Grand Valley, Flat Tops, San Juan Mountains, Uncompahgre Plateau, and I-70 corridor remain under the Flash Flood Watch, where rivers, streams, and low-lying roads could quickly become hazardous NWS Grand Junction.
Communities and Safety Guidance
Cities included in the watch area are Grand Junction, Rifle, Glenwood Springs, Montrose, and Telluride. Authorities strongly advise:
- Avoid crossing flooded roadways
- Move to higher ground if storms approach
- Monitor local alerts for updates on changing conditions
Heavy rainfall combined with unstable soils over burn scars may trigger sudden debris flows, particularly near the Elk, La Sal, and Abajo mountains NWS Grand Junction.
Five-Day Forecast for Grand Junction, CO
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 83°F. Flash flood risk
- Wednesday: Showers possible, high near 84°F. Overnight low around 63°F
- Thursday: Slight chance of storms, partly sunny, high near 86°F
- Friday: Isolated storms early, mostly sunny, high near 83°F
- Saturday: Sunny and warm, high near 89°F
Residents are urged to stay alert for flash flood warnings and avoid travel through at-risk areas until conditions improve.
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