Over the next few days, through Friday, Oct. 23, projected severe weather and forecasted potential flooding is expected in low-lying and flood prone areas across the County.
Please expect localized flooding, submerged riverbanks and unsafe swift-water conditions. Avoid walking, playing or camping near the riverbanks. Never drive through flooded roads. Secure low-lying property and move equipment or outdoor items to higher ground if necessary. Keep pets away from rising water.
Sandbags will be available at the Archuleta County Public Works Building located at 1122 U.S. 84, and the Archuleta County Substation located at 95 County Road 973 in Arboles, from 7 a.m. Wednesday morning, Oct. 21.
The sandbags will be free and will be replenished as often as resources can fill them. Bags and materials will also be available for self-service and self-filling at the Archuleta County Public Works Building located at 1122 U.S. 84 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. starting Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Please register with https://www.archuletacounty.gov/ser.../citizens-alert-nixle/ for additional emergency alerts.
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