Debris Flow in Pitkin County, Colorado

Debris Flow July 31, 2023 · Pitkin 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

Debris of mud and rock fell across portions of the Rio Grande Trail outside of Aspen as a result of heavy rain from thunderstorms.

The wider storm

The first push of monsoon moisture of the season resulted in widespread showers and thunderstorms across western Colorado. Storms were slow moving and produced heavy rain. As a result, localized debris flows occurred across the region, including in Pitkin County.

Began near Aspen (39.1950, -106.8190).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1105499. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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