DENVER (KDVR) — ONE moderate flood threat was issued for much of the Denver metro area due to rain expected to fall late Sunday afternoon and early evening.
A low threat of flooding was also issued for surrounding areas, including Boulder, Fort Collins and Greeley, according to the Colorado Water Conservation Board.
The Pinpoint Weather team said storms were forecast for Sunday, with the area at a marginal risk of severe weather, about one on a scale of one to five.
Storms could be seen around dinner time, according to the Pinpoint Weather Forecast.
The National Weather Service and the Colorado Water Conservation Board said Sunday the area is at medium risk for flooding.
Some areas could see up to 2 inches in 1 hour, and others up to 3.25 inches in 2 to 3 hours.
Severe thunderstorm warnings have been issued
The National Weather Service in Boulder issued several severe thunderstorm warnings Sunday.
The Parker and Foxfield areas are under a severe thunderstorm warning until 6 p.m.
Winds up to 50 mph and hail up to the size of a quarter are both possible, according to the NWS.
Milliken, Platteville and Gilcrest are also under a severe thunderstorm warning for possible winds up to 50 mph and hail up to the size of a quarter.
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The Pinpoint Weather team will continue to update the forecast several times per day.