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Katie Hanczaryk and Travis Weed talk about the flooding during the September 2013 floods at the Frasier Meadows retirement community, where they are staff members. They describe the flooding and evacuation of residents from the assisted living wing, where the roof caved in due to flooding, and the health care center. They talk about the way residents, staff, management, and volunteers all worked together. They detail and reflect on the ways in which everyone coped with the situation, both during the flood and afterward.

Boulder County Sheriff Joe Pelle talks about some of the events and issues that present challenges for the sheriff's office, including the Flood of 2013 and its aftermath, gun control laws, the use of drones for search and rescue operations, the legalization of marijuana, and the use of alternative sentencing for managing the county jail population.

Crif Crawford and Pete Palmer, residents of the Frasier Meadows retirement community in Boulder, Colorado, present their findings of how and why the flood of September 2013 impacted the retirement community. Their unofficial investigation uncovers some unexpected information about the source of the flooding of Frasier Meadows and other areas that may impact future mitigation efforts. Crawford and Palmer also share personal stories from the experience.

David Kimmett describes his experience commuting to and from work by bicycle in Longmont, Colorado, on September 12, 2013, in the midst of the widespread flooding that happened that week. He details the state of creeks, rivers, roads and bridges, both in the morning and evening of that day, as well as the day after. His descriptions include dramatic pictures painted of the extent of the flooding, including minor waterways that turned into large raging rivers, bridges that ordinarily had been 15 feet above the water being wiped out by floods, and the amusing sight of people fishing with nets in the middle of the street as the storm sewers backed up with river water and spewed out water and fish into the air.

Regina Vigil, a resident of Lyons, talks about her childhood in New York, going to college in Boulder, work with the Peace Corps, and experiences during the September 2013 flood. Her discussion of the flood includes descriptions of the need to evacuate, damage caused by the flood, the three-and-a-half months it took for electricity to be restored in the town, volunteers who helped with flood recovery, the fact that many people have not been able to restore their properties, help from FEMA, and the possibility of a 404 buyout program to remove houses from the flood plain.

Dave Sutherland, interpretive naturalist with Boulder's Open Space and Mountain Parks, shares his experience of, and insights into, the September 2013 flood. He describes how the flood affected him and his home, and how various parts of the city and community were impacted, in both physical and personal ways. He describes the process of assessing trail damage, the closure and subsequent repair of trails, and the various ways in which the Boulder community responded. Dave describes how geologic and ecosystem change are inevitable and natural. He discusses consideration of natural processes and reading the clues of the landscape before making decisions to build in an area.

Mark Wischmeyer recalls Wednesday night, September 11, 2013, as a volunteer firefighter in EMS. The river was so deep, Jamestown was cut in half - both bridges were washed out, and all they had were fire radios to communicate. They were trapped for three days, and they kept thinking that the rain was going to stop, but it didn't. He talks about the evacuation, the help coming from all over the country, and how the flood brought neighbors together. He also talks about mold and flood insurance.

Carrie Gonzales tells the story of evacuating her mobile home - where she had lived for about 25 years - during the Boulder County Flood of 2013. Her home was one of many that flooded, leaving her and neighbors stranded at the elementary school on what became an island. She tells of the collaborative community feeling among Lyons people, the aid they got from the National Guard and from FEMA, and the long process of digging out and trying to recover their homes, cars, and other possessions. She has emerged from the experience of the flood with increased appreciation for the positive things in life and also has become an advocate for recreating affordable housing in Lyons that would allow people to remain in the community.

Larry Sturgeon discusses his work in conducting housing inspections after the Boulder flood of September 2013. He discusses a range of subjects including the declaration of a federal disaster, the role of FEMA in nationally declared disasters, and the elements of an inspection. He details the complete inspection process from efforts to contact those who've applied for assistance to giving examples of what he looks for as he walks through the damaged home. He explains how technology has improved the efficiency of responding to disasters. He talks of the importance of listening to victims stories and of being prepared to respond to urgent needs of victims. He relates stories of experiences he's had working other disasters (Superstorm Sandy, Hurricane Charlie). He speaks not only of the devastating effect on disaster victims, but the heartwarming community responses to disasters, and the kind treatment he's received in doing his work.

Cindy Domenico, Chair of the Boulder County Commissioners, talks about both the Flood of 2013 and flood recovery efforts six months after the flood. She discusses the extent of the damage caused by the flood, details the recovery work that has been done and that still needs to be done, talks about the economics of flood recovery, and gives contacts for resources available to those who need assistance.

Tim Head describes the upcoming (at the time of the interview) events for Airport Day 2014 at the Boulder Municipal Airport. At this year's event, in addition to the customary displays of airplanes and helicopters, there will be special recognition for the flood rescue personnel who performed evacuations during the September 2013 Boulder County floods, including those from the Colorado Army National Guard and the U. S. Army, and an opportunity for the aviators to reconnect with the members of the community that were rescued. Tim also describes the World War II Ball, which takes place in the evening, and is a 1940s-themed, USO-type gala.

This interview has two narrators: Lt. Col. Mitch Utterback from the Colorado National Guard and Col. Robert Ault, U.S. Army. Utterback is the liaison to all civil authorities in Colorado, especially during a disaster. The National Guard provided aerial and ground search and rescue support to the County Sheriff, and the U.S. Army provided support to the National Guard during the Boulder flood of September 2013. The two men discuss the chain of command in disaster situations, the ability of the military in Colorado to provide support in such situations, and the satisfaction for military personnel of being able to be of service to domestic populations.