Debris Flow — Pitkin, Colorado

2022-08-01 · near Redstone, Pitkin, Colorado

Event narrative

A mudslide occurred on Colorado Highway 133 near Redstone due to heavy rain which resulted in both lanes of traffic being closed due to cleanup operations.

Wider weather episode

Abundant monsoon moisture remained over the Four Corners region. Additionally, a shortwave disturbance moved overhead. This led to widespread showers and thunderstorms across western Colorado. Storms were slow moving and produced heavy rain. Some storms produced localized debris flows across the region.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1035769. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.