LA PLATA COUNTY, Colo. — Authorities have issued an immediate evacuation of parts of La Plata County on Saturday after levee breaches were reported near Vallecito Creek north of Bayfield.

Breeches occurred on the west side of the creek, forcing an immediate evacuation of homes on West Vallecito Creek Drive, according to the Upper Pine River Fire Protection District.

No injuries have been reported. It's unclear how many homes are affected.

Evacuees are asked to check in at Bayfield High School, located at 800 County Road 501, where a shelter has also been established.

The breeches occurred after stream gauges hit 1,040 cubic feet per second, signaling high spring runoff.

Heavy rain is expected around 11 p.m., raising flood concerns in North Vallecito, the fire district said.

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