Southwest Flash Floods and Evacuations
Flash Floods Threaten Southwest and Colorado Towns
The San Juan River is forecast to crest at 21.9 feet, surpassing the 1911 flood level, prompting evacuations and rescue efforts.
Heavy rainfall across the Southwest and Colorado has triggered severe flash floods, with the San Juan River expected to crest at historic levels. Evacuations are underway in Pagosa Springs, Sedona, and other communities, as rescue operations respond to inundated homes and flooded roads.