Hurricane Polo Remnants to Bring Heavy Rain, Flood Risk to Colorado
Remnants of Hurricane Polo are expected to impact Colorado this week, enhancing the monsoon season with potential for heavy rainfall and flooding. A flood watch has been issued for much of southern and south central Colorado, with stronger activity anticipated…
Denver, CO, September 28, 2026 —
Colorado is bracing for significant weather changes this week as the remnants of Hurricane Polo are forecast to enhance the state’s monsoon season, bringing the potential for heavy rainfall and associated flooding risks. A flood watch has been issued by meteorologists, covering a substantial portion of southern and south central Colorado.
Forecasters anticipate that the strongest storm activity will likely develop east of Denver and south of the Palmer Divide. The San Luis Valley is also identified as an area where more intense weather patterns could emerge.
While the Denver metropolitan area might experience lighter rainfall, other regions across the state could receive considerable amounts of precipitation. This heightened rainfall raises concerns about potential flooding, especially in areas characterized by low-lying topography, alongside large streams, and within or downstream of recent burn scar areas. These particular locations are more susceptible to rapid water accumulation and debris flow.
The unsettled weather pattern is expected to persist throughout the week, with storms anticipated to linger until at least Thursday. Residents in affected areas are advised to monitor weather updates and prepare for potential disruptions caused by heavy rain and flooding conditions.
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