From South Fork Fire Rescue:
Del Norte:
Rio Grande River from County Road 18 to Del Norte.
Town of Del Norte from the Rio Grande river, south to 4th Street.
From the eastern town limit of Del Norte to the intersection of Highway 160/Rio Grande County 5N
South Fork:
Along the South Fork of the Rio Grande from Wolf Creek Ranches on Highway 160 to the confluence with the Rio Grande River, including Beaver Creek Estates subdivision
Rio Grande River from River Greens at the South Fork confluence to County Road 18.
Residents in the affected area must evacuate immediately. Do not wait for conditions to worsen. Move to a safe location outside the evacuation area.
Evacuation Instructions:
- Leave Now: Evacuate immediately and follow directions from emergency personnel. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads or barricades.
- Do Not Return: Do not return to the evacuated area until officials announce that the mandatory evacuation order has been lifted.
Evacuation Shelter:
South Fork Community Building
254 Colorado Highway 149
South Fork, CO 81154
Del Norte – Rio Grande Hospital Wellness Center
310 County Road 14
Del Norte, CO 81132
Small & Large Animal Shelter:
McMullen Building – Ski Hi Complex
2335 Sherman Avenue
Monte Vista, CO 81144
Transportation and Medical Assistance:
If you have no way to get to an evacuation shelter or need assistance evacuating due to medical or accessibility needs, call: 719-657-4221
Additional Safety Instructions:
- Transportation and Medical Assistance: If you have no way to get to an evacuation shelter or need assistance evacuating due to medical or accessibility needs, call 719-657-4221 to arrange assistance.
- Medical Equipment: Those relying on electricity for essential medical equipment should consider relocating outside the anticipated flood area before power outages occur.
- Go Bag: Have medications, important documents, water, snacks, clothing, rain gear, and pet supplies ready.
- Family and Property: Plan for family members, pets, and livestock. Move vehicles and valuables to higher ground when safe.
- Stay Informed: Monitor official alerts and be ready to evacuate if directed.
Evacuation Map:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1Go1cN4rIY7tCsKaUFPl_SWspIWfGTKY&usp=sharing
For emergencies, call 911.
Additional updates will be shared as conditions change.
