ESFPUB This outlook is primarily for western Las Animas and Huerfano Counties at elevations below 11,000 feet. This outlook is valid from May 14 to May 17, 2024. The potential for increased runoff and inundation of low-lying areas, due to accelerated snowmelt potential, is higher than normal in western Las Animas and Huerfano Counties. . OUTLOOK FOR THE NEXT 3 DAYS. Recent storms producing snowfall along the east slope of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains has led to above normal mountain snowpack conditions for the middle of May in western Las Animas Huerfano Counties. A storm system is expected to impact the area beginning Wednesday afternoon, May 15, and last through the early morning hours on Friday, May 17. This system has the potential to produce rainfall for areas below 11,000 feet with total precipitation amounts ranging from 0.25 to 0.5 inches. The potential for rainfall on top of the remaining snowpack may lead to accelerated snowmelt and runoff. While flooding of area creeks and waterways is not anticipated at this time, minor inundation of some roadways and low-lying areas from accelerated snowmelt runoff could be possible through Friday. . ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Please stay tuned to the latest meteorological forecasts and conditions by visiting our web site at weather.gov/pub.
