Four Corners region faces more flood threats following days of heavy rain
Summary
Days of heavy rain caused flooding, evacuations and water rescues across parts of the Four Corners region. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for much of the area as more rain was forecast, while officials reported receding rivers, damage, contaminated mud and power outages.Key Facts
- The Four Corners region includes parts of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah.
- The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for much of the Four Corners on Sunday.
- Forecasters warned that more storms could flood roads, streams, narrow canyons and areas affected by wildfires.
- The San Juan River rose significantly overnight, and the San Juan River Bridge remained closed Sunday.
- Floodwater inundated a home in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
- About four feet of water flooded the home of San Juan County, New Mexico, Sheriff Shane Ferrari.
- County officials said floodwaters were receding, but sewage contamination in mud and silt, power outages and cleanup needs remained.
- A county spokesperson said officials had no confirmed numbers for damaged homes or evacuees and that he was not aware of any deaths.
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