U.S. Southwest Faces Persistent Flooding and Initiates Cleanup Operations

Persistent floodwaters continue across parts of the U.S. Southwest after nearly two weeks of heavy rainfall, leaving extensive mud and debris. Cleanup operations have commenced in affected areas, including Durango, Colorado. Rivers in San Juan County, New Mexico, remain above flood stage, though some crested lower than forecast. The prolonged flooding has resulted in at least one confirmed fatality and another suspected weather-related death.