Red Flag Warning
2026-04-16T23:00:00-06:00

The National Weather Service in Pueblo has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM MDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 220, 221, 222, 224, 225, 226, 227, 228, 229, 231, 232, 234, 235 and 236. * TIMING...From 11 AM to 11 PM MDT Thursday. * WINDS...Southwest 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph over the high country, and gusts to 40 mph over the plains. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low 12 percent over the high country, and as low as 6 percent over the plains. * IMPACTS...Elevated fire danger is expected. Fires will catch and spread rapidly and erratically.

Paddle Report

Colorado

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

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The Salida Town Run on the Arkansas River in Colorado is a popular river run that covers the section from the Stone Bridge to the Salida WW Park.

Summary

This section of water is rated Class II-III, and features several exciting rapids such as the "Cottonwood" and "Spikebuck" rapids. The best time to float this section of water is during the spring and early summer months when water levels are typically higher, with flow rates between 900-2000 cfs. There are several river obstacles to watch out for, including rocks and small drops, and paddlers should exercise caution when navigating through these areas.

Regional Streamflow Levels

Arkansas River At Salida 291.00cfs	291cfs
Arkansas River Near Nathrop 326.0cfs	326cfs
Arkansas River Near Wellsville 342.00cfs	342cfs
Tomichi Creek At Sargents 47.4cfs	47cfs
Kerber Cr Abv Little Kerber Cr Nr Villa Grove 9.20cfs	9cfs
Arkansas River Below Granite 272.0cfs	272cfs

15-Day Long Term Forecast

River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	183 cfs (11.18 ft)
Percent of Normal	88%
Optimal Range	500-4000 cfs
Status	Too Low
Class Level	II to III
Elevation	8,629 ft
Run Length	12.0 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	272 cfs
Gauge Height	11.4 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 07087050