The National Weather Service issues two types of advisories when
it comes to flash flooding and it is very important to know the
difference. A FLASH FLOOD WATCH is issued when the potential
exists for flash flooding. It is meant as a "heads up" and is
usually issued over a 4 to 10 hour period. A WATCH means
conditions may develop that lead to rapid rises in waters in
low-lying areas, rivers, creeks, streams and poorly draining
locations. In and around the Waldo Canyon Fire it also means
there is potential for quickly developing mud slides and debris
flows too. The issuance of a WATCH is a good time to review your
safety plan should you find yourself in rising waters or mud. A
FLASH FLOOD WARNING is issued when there is flash flooding that
is already occurring or is imminent. This means you should put
your safety plan into place and be ready to seek higher ground
at a moments notice. When this occurs we will be on the air with
pertinent information as the waters rise. We'll be in contact
with local, county and