India, Oct. 23 -- Heavy rain has caused serious flooding throughout southwestern Colorado, prompting mandatory evacuations, road closures and emergency response operations in and around Pagosa Springs. According to Colorado Governor Jared Polis, a disaster emergency was declared on October 22 as water levels increased and affected communities near many rivers. Emergency crews were on the ground monitoring the situation while residents were warned to stay away from flooded roads and fast-moving streams and rivers. Flooded stretches of U.S. Highway 160 and evacuation centres for the displaced population were set up as appropriate measures.
What Caused the Flooding in Pagosa Springs, Colorado?
Heavy and persistent rainfall across southwester...