The flash flood and mudslide danger is real. Rec'd this morning....
This is the La Plata County Office of Emergency Management with an important safety message. Your property in the Hermosa area may be at an increased risk for mud and debris flows related to the 416 fire. All affected areas should continue pre evacuation status. Please be prepared to leave at a moments notice you will be notified thru phone and emergency sirens where possible.
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This is the La Plata County Office of Emergency Management with an important informational message. Be aware of changing weather conditions over the next 48 hours. Rain may help fire fighting efforts temporarily, but even small amounts of rain can cause flash flooding and debris flows anywhere around the burn area. This affects all areas under pre evacuation status from Needles Counrty Store to Trimble west of the Animas river.
So not out of the woods just yet.
Mark K