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Flood Warning for Alamosa and Rio Grande Counties, Colorado

In effect until 9:30 PM MST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Pueblo at 7:26 PM MST, Sunday, November 1, 2026.

Places in the warning: Monte Vista. - http://water.noaa.gov.

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The Weather Service's text

Upstream flooding along the Rio Grande continues downstream near Monte Vista in Rio Grande County.

WHAT...Flooding along the Rio Grande near Monte Vista is forecasted to begin by early afternoon on Monday.

WHERE...East Central Rio Grande County in south central Colorado... West Central Alamosa County in southeastern Colorado...

WHEN...Until 930 PM MST Monday.

IMPACTS...The Rio Grande continues to rise due to upstream flooding through Del Norte and South Fork. Extensive inundation of low-lying areas adjacent to the river is expected. Inundation of low spots along Highway 285, some homes, and other structures may be possible for areas south of the river. Expect many areas of slow moving or standing water.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1251 PM MST, Upstream stream gauges on the Rio Grande and South Fork Rio Grande indicate that flooding is occurring. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Monte Vista. - http://water.noaa.gov

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

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