GRAND JUNCTION, COLO. (AP) -- Authorities say the hottest day of the year so far has prompted flood advisories or warnings for parts of northern and western Colorado.
The National Weather Service said Monday that the Arkansas River near Leadville will be around the minor flood stage for several days as the record snowpack melts.
Low lying areas in north central Colorado -- including Larimer and Weld counties -- are also expected to see rising water.
Authorities also said the Eagle River west of the Continental Divide is forecast to cause some nuisance flooding onto its flood plain.
Officials say a cool front coming will bring temperatures down Tuesday and Wednesday, which should help modify river levels.
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