Verkkoa number of areas in the colorado springs metropolitan area had more than an inch of rain. While a flash flood warning was issued monday evening. Verkkoaccording to the u. s. Geological survey, water levels in monument and fountain creeks in colorado springs are 88% and 87% above normal,. Verkkoseveral areas in and around colorado springs remain in a flash flood watch after heavy rain sunday and an overnight downpour. Also, several severe thunderstorm watches and warnings are in effect in the pikes peak region all the way south to parts of new mexico. Verkkoflash flooding is the most common natural hazard in colorado springs. Flash floods are usually caused by thunderstorms that are out of sight and hearing range of. In a press conference on. Verkkothe national weather service in pueblo has issued a flash flood warning for colorado springs, security and fountain until 10:30 p. m. Verkkoflash flood warning including centennial co, parker co and foxfield co until 6:45 pm mdt; Rainfall rates of 2. 5/hr are being observed in drake.
