Pueblo, Colorado – Travel could become hazardous across southern Colorado this afternoon as heavy rain raises flash flood concerns along the I-25 corridor, with risks highest between 1 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Pueblo, a Flash Flood Watch remains in effect today for much of the southern and eastern mountain regions. The alert includes cities such as Pueblo, Walsenburg, Trinidad, Alamosa, and La Junta, with rainfall intensifying through the evening and storms continuing into the night in some areas.
Localized heavy rain may trigger flash flooding in low-lying areas, along creeks, and near burn scars. Dangerous driving conditions are possible during rush hour, particularly along Highways 160, 50, and I-25. Thunderstorms are forecast to begin earliest in the mountains west of Alamosa and Salida before spreading eastward into El Paso and Las Animas counties by late afternoon.
Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads, have backup power or charging options ready, and stay tuned for possible flood warnings. Even weaker storms could result in rapid runoff due to high moisture levels in the atmosphere.
Flash Flood Watch remains active through 10 p.m., with more updates expected if conditions worsen.
