From the Jeffco Sheriff's Office
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From the #JCSO Emergency Management Director:
Emergency Management just participated in a conference call with the National Weather Service. They are indicating the possibility exists tomorrow into Wednesday for very heavy rain in our area. Here are some of the details shared:
1. The air moisture will be in the 99th percentile tomorrow into Wednesday meaning there is ample moisture in the atmosphere.
2. We will experience upslope flow. We all know upslope means heavy snow in the winter and this time of year it triggers heavy rain.
3. Most areas can anticipate at least 1 – 2 inches of rainfall starting late tomorrow morning or early afternoon and lasting 30 to 36 hours.
4. Isolated storms will be capable of producing rainfall rates of 2-3 inches per hour for a period of one or two hours.
5. This is a rare set up only occurring one every couple years.
This storm has the potential to cause damage similar to that seen in September of last year (although for a shorter overall duration). Emergency Management staff will continue to monitor the weather and will participate in another conference call tomorrow morning at 10:00a. Any additional information will be passed on then.
