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Polis Declares Emergency in 11 Colorado Counties Amid Floods

By Drooid · Oct 23, 2026, 11:21 PM UTC · How we work

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Governor Jared Polis declared an emergency in 11 Colorado counties as severe flooding prompted rescues.
Spokesperson Devin Neeley said New Mexico Guard boats and helicopters plus amphibious vehicles rescued rooftop occupants.
Reporter Gina Intoppa reported 600 Farmington households were ordered to evacuate as river areas closed.
Sheriff Mike Le Roux said rescuers tried reaching two adults and three dogs trapped in a submerged motorhome.

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Governor Jared Polis declared an emergency in 11 Colorado counties as severe flooding prompted rescues.
Spokesperson Devin Neeley said New Mexico Guard boats and helicopters plus amphibious vehicles rescued rooftop occupants.
Reporter Gina Intoppa reported 600 Farmington households were ordered to evacuate as river areas closed.
Sheriff Mike Le Roux said rescuers tried reaching two adults and three dogs trapped in a submerged motorhome.