Coverage dated November 1, 2026

"Potentially catastrophic flood event": Evacuations in Archuleta, Rio Grande, Conejos counties

Headline from KDVR Denver

The San Juan River is expected to rise to a historic 19.71 feet at 11 p.m. Sunday, and Archuleta, Rio Grande and Conejos Counties are evacuating low-lying areas around the San Juan, Rio Blanco, Navajo, Conejos and Piedra Rivers.

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  1. KDVR Denver

    "Potentially catastrophic flood event": Evacuations in Archuleta, Rio Grande, Conejos counties (opens KDVR Denver)

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    KDVR Denver's feed description

    The San Juan River is expected to rise to a historic 19.71 feet at 11 p.m. Sunday, and Archuleta, Rio Grande and Conejos Counties are evacuating low-lying areas around the San Juan, Rio Blanco, Navajo, Conejos and Piedra Rivers.

  2. FOX 21 Colorado Springs

    Live updates: 'Potentially catastrophic' flooding to hit 3 Colorado counties (opens FOX 21 Colorado Springs)

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    FOX 21 Colorado Springs's feed description

    The San Juan River is expected to rise to a historic 19.71 feet at 11 p.m. Sunday, and Archuleta, Rio Grande and Conejos Counties are evacuating low-lying areas around the San Juan, Rio Blanco, Navajo, Conejos and Piedra Rivers.

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