Flooding damages Archuleta County roads as evacuations continue

ARCHULETA COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- Flooding continues to impact parts of Archuleta County, where mandatory evacuations remain in place.

According to the sheriff's office, people are still stranded along County Road 500. Officials told KRDO13 the road has been severely damaged by floodwaters and could remain out of service for an extended period.

The National Guard is going door to door to conduct welfare checks and help people evacuate.

Law enforcement says the priority currently is life safety for people impacted by the flooding.

People living near the flooded areas who need evacuation assistance can call 970-731-2160 for general questions about the flooding; call 970-508-9928.

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