Severe Flooding in Southwest Colorado Prompts Evacuations

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By David Miller • Updated Nov 2, 2026 at 02:55

Mandatory evacuations in southwestern Colorado as storms bring another round of historic flooding - Colorado Public Radio — Severe Flooding in Southwest Colorado Prompts Evacuations

Southwestern Colorado is currently facing severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, which has prompted evacuations and road closures. The San Juan River is expected to rise 4 feet higher compared to the 1911 historic flood in Pagosa Springs. Mandatory evacuations are in effect as state and federal highways are closed. Volunteers are needed to assist with flood relief efforts. Flash floods have triggered evacuations in Arizona and Colorado, with a dire warning issued for the Colorado spa town.

“Flash floods have triggered evacuations in Arizona and Colorado, with a dire warning issued for the Colorado spa town,” — Marcus Brennan, regional editor at Kesburn Bridge Solutions, explained.

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Oct 31 — Southwestern Colorado is currently facing severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, which has prompted evacuation...

Nov 2 — Flash floods have triggered evacuations in Arizona and Colorado, with a dire warning issued for the Colorado s...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Kesburn Bridge Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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