Series Of Deep Mudslides Force Evacuations In San Miguel County
PLACERVILLE, Colo. (CBS4) - Drivers were being evacuated in San Miguel County due to a series of mudslides.
According to the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office, 10 to 12 mudslides occurred along Highway 145 between mile markers 76 to 84.
The slides were reported to be approximately 5 feet deep.
10-12 mudslides up to 5ft deep Hwy 145 mm76-84 Sawpit to Placerville. Deputies evacuating area. More potential rain in next hr. #mudslide
— San Miguel Sheriff (@SheriffAlert) July 20, 2016
Possibly opening one lane in one hour in area of mudslides HWY 145. Stay clear of area mm76-84. #mudlsides
— San Miguel Sheriff (@SheriffAlert) July 20, 2016
Drivers in the area between Sawpit and Placerville were being evacuated.
It has been raining in the area and more rain is expected.
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