Debris Flow in San Miguel County, Colorado

Debris Flow August 13, 2022 · San Miguel County, Colorado

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Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Several mudslides occurred on Black Bear Pass and the nearby Bridal Veil Road and Bridal Veil Trail as a result of heavy rain from thunderstorms. An abundance of boulders and mud accumulated on the pass. Water flowed down from the peak and across the road below. Eight vehicles and fifteen occupants were stranded as a result of the debris flows. The pass and roads remained closed for several days for cleanup operations.

The wider storm

High pressure remained centered over the Southern Plains which allowed for monsoon moisture to continue to stream into western Colorado. This increase in moisture resulted in scattered showers and thunderstorms across the region. Storms were slow moving and produced heavy rain. A localized debris flow occurred in San Miguel County.

Began near Telluride (37.9309, -107.7836).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1039683. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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