Debris Flow in San Miguel County, Colorado

Debris Flow October 2, 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

Rocks of various sizes fell across the road over much of Colorado Highway 145 between Norwood and Telluride as a result of heavy rain from showers and thunderstorms.

The wider storm

Significant clearing late in the morning resulted in the development of high instability across western Colorado. This, paired with upper level support and ample moisture, produced strong to severe thunderstorms across the area in the late afternoon and early evening hours. Severe wind gusts up to 61 mph occurred in Garfield County. Additionally, heavy rain occurred with storms which led to flash flooding and debris flows across portions of San Miguel, Montrose, and Mesa counties.

Began near Norwood (38.1320, -108.2840).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1051511. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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