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Evacuations Ordered Due to Severe Flooding in Vallecito, Colorado

Authorities in La Plata County, Colorado, have ordered evacuations along Vallecito Creek and Vallecito Lake following a breach in the levee. Nearly 350 homes have been evacuated as flooding continues to impact the area. Crews have specifically directed evacuations for residents along West Vallecito Creek Drive. Reports indicate extensive damage, including trees washed away in the flooded creek. As the situation develops, officials are prioritizing public safety in response to the ongoing flooding crisis.
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