Latimes Severe Flash Flooding Triggers Evacuations in Arizona and Colorado
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- •Mandatory evacuations are in effect in Sedona, Arizona, and Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
- •The San Juan River is expected to crest above 19 feet, exceeding levels from a devastating 1911 flood.
- •Up to 4 inches of additional rain is forecasted, raising concerns for further flash flooding.
On November 1, 2026, heavy rains from an atmospheric river caused flash flooding in Arizona and Colorado, prompting mandatory evacuations in Sedona and Pagosa Springs. The San Juan River in Colorado is forecasted to crest above 19 feet, surpassing historical flood levels. Residents in low-lying areas were advised to evacuate immediately due to rising waters and potential catastrophic flooding. The National Weather Service predicts up to 4 inches of rain through November 2, exacerbating existing flood risks in the already saturated region. Emergency shelters have been established for displaced residents, and officials are warning against driving through flooded roads. The situation is as multiple people have already been trapped in their homes in Sedona. The flooding follows a series of destructive weather events in the Southwest over the past weeks.
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