Flash Flood Watch

  • A Flash Flood Watch indicates that flash flooding is possible in or close to the watch area.

  • Those in the affected area are urged to be ready to take action if a Flash Flood Warning is issued or flooding is observed.

  • These watches are issued for flooding that is expected to occur within 6 hours after the heavy rains have ended.


    • National Weather Service
    • Denver/Boulder, CO Weather Forecast Office
    • 325 Broadway
    • Boulder, CO 80305-3328
    • 303-494-4221
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    • Page last modified: 26-Nov-2005 2:04 AM UTC
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