Grand Junction, CO – A Flood Watch is in effect for much of southeast Utah and southwest Colorado from Friday through Saturday evening, with the National Weather Service (NWS) warning of potentially dangerous rainfall and flash flooding in vulnerable areas.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service in Grand Junction, rainfall rates could exceed half an inch per hour, with widespread totals between one and two inches expected. The agency cautions that recent burn scars, slot canyons, and slickrock regions are especially at risk for rapid runoff and flash flooding.
Forecasters say the highest flooding risk zones include areas near Moab, Monticello, and Cortez, with “moderate” to “slight” flood potential extending across much of the Four Corners region. NWS maps show the heaviest rainfall likely Friday night into early Saturday, with localized flooding possible through the weekend.
Drivers and hikers are urged to avoid low-lying roads, washes, and canyons where flash flooding could occur with little warning. The NWS advises monitoring local alerts and preparing for potential travel delays or road closures.
The flood watch remains active through Saturday evening, and additional updates will be issued as the storm system moves across the region.
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