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Pagosa Springs | Archuleta County URGENT: MANDATORY EVACUATION ORDER — EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY The Town of Pagosa Springs has issued a MANDATORY EVACUATION ORDER for residents, businesses, and visitors in areas threatened by flooding, particularly along the San Juan River corridor and in low-lying areas. ⚠️ The San Juan River is projected to reach nearly 17 feet — approximately 2 feet higher than last week's flooding. If you are in an affected area, EVACUATE NOW. Do not wait for water levels to rise or for additional warnings. 🚧 IMPORTANT ROAD CLOSURES Beginning Sunday, November 1, at 6:00 a.m., San Juan Street and Hermosa Street will be closed to through traffic. Additional closures in downtown Pagosa Springs and along U.S. Highway 160 may be necessary as conditions develop. WHAT YOU NEED TO DO NOW: - Leave threatened areas immediately and move to higher ground. - Take essential medications, identification, important documents, and emergency supplies. - Never drive or walk through floodwaters. - Follow posted detours and instructions from emergency personnel. - Do not return to evacuated areas until officials issue an all-clear. 📞 If you are in immediate danger or need emergency evacuation assistance, call 911. Flood conditions can change rapidly, and roads and bridges may become impassable with little warning. Please take this order seriously, act now, and share this information with neighbors, friends, and family who may be affected. Emergency and Assistance Information If you have an emergency, call 911 immediately. For non-emergency evacuation assistance, please contact non‑emergency dispatch at 970‑731‑2160. If you need to evacuate, please do so. Road conditions are not expected to improve over the next few days. For general inquiries, Archuleta County has established an Incident Call Center at 970‑508‑9928, staffed from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Evacuation and Animal Shelter Information An evacuation center is open at the Pagosa Lakes Property Owners Association (PLPOA) Clubhouse, located at 230 Port Avenue, staffed by the Red Cross and the Department of Human Services. Small animals are being housed at the Humane Society, 465 Cloman Blvd. Large animals may be taken to the Archuleta County Fairgrounds, 344 Hwy 84. 🔗 For official updates and flood recovery information, visit: pagosasprings.co.gov/349/Oct… Your safety is our highest priority. Updates posted on Facebook at facebook.com/share/p/1FVA3xi…