First published Oct 22, 2026, 2:51:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 2:51:15 PM UTC

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Life-threatening flash flooding prompts NWS warning for southeastern San Juan County, Utah

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Flash flooding was reported in southeastern San Juan County after 1 to 2 inches of rain, with additional rain possible. The warning described life-threatening flooding and was in effect until 11:15 AM MDT.

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Affected location: Southeastern San Juan County, Utah
The warning described life-threatening flooding and was in effect until 11:15 AM MDT.

Illustrative image: Rowers near Grand Junction over Charles River — Ethan Long/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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The warning directs people to avoid flooded roads because flash flooding is already occurring and is life-threatening.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Flash Flood Warning issued October 22 at 8:10AM MDT until October 22 at 11:15AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO

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