WASHINGTON COUNTY HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK

 ...A Flood Watch is in effect through late tonight for the northern Front Range Foothills, I-25 Corridor, and northeast plains of Colorado...  ...Severe threat for the northeast plains...  This hazardous weather outlook is for northeast and north central Colorado.  .DAY ONE...Today and Tonight  Rain and thunderstorms will continue across the foothills, I-25 Corridor, and northeast plains, leading to possible flooding of low lying areas and streams. Rivers will also rise due to the amount of rain, with another 1-2 inches expected in many locations. Rain should taper off over the northeast plains overnight, but continue along the I-25 Corridor.  Severe weather and a couple tornadoes will be possible over the northeastern plains. The highest risk of tornadoes would be east of a line from Sterling to Akron this afternoon. Tornadoes may be short-lived and difficult to see due to heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, large hail and high winds are not a significant threat at this time.  Snow will occur above 9,500 feet, with accumulations of 8-16 inches likely for the higher mountains. Snow levels may occasionally dip to 8,000 feet or so with heavier showers, with some accumulation above that especially above Conifer and through South Park.  .DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday  Rain and mountain snow will decrease and come to an end later Friday afternoon as the storm system slowly exits the region. There will be a chance for showers and thunderstorms this weekend and into early next week. Additional heavy precipitation is not expected, but rivers and streams are expected to be running high due to the recent rainfall.  .SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...  Spotter activation may be required on the eastern plains of Colorado this afternoon.