The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a U.S. federal agency that monitors weather, climate, and ocean conditions. On 2026-11-02, NOAA was involved in assessing the flooding crisis in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where the San Juan River peaked at 16.81 feet, prompting evacuations and search efforts by local authorities.
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What to know
San Juan River peaked at 16.81 feet, flooding streets and homes in Pagosa Springs. Nov 2
Evacuations were ordered as the river swelled, and sheriff’s deputies conducted door‑to‑door searches. Nov 2
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