Catron County, NM
Alerts
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In effect from Tuesday 09/15 11:00 AM MDT – Wednesday 09/16 12:00 AM MDT
Issued by NWS Albuquerque NM
What
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where
Portions of southwest New Mexico, including the Southwest Mountains, San Francisco River Valley, and San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands.
When
From 11 AM MDT this morning through this evening.
Impacts
Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Additional Details
- Much of the area received a soaking rainfall of one half inch to two inches Monday and Monday night, saturating soils and increasing flows through area creeks and streams. Heavy rainfall rates of one to two inches per hour Tuesday afternoon and evening over saturated soils may result in flash flooding, including on and downstream of the Sacaton/Hummingbird burn scar.
- Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Areas Impacted
- Southwest Mountains
- San Francisco River Valley
- San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property.
- Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood.
- Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan.
- Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.
If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Flash Flood Outlook: Tuesday
Created by the NWS Albuquerque WFO
All areas of New Mexico will have a risk for flash flooding on Tuesday. The focus for the strongest and most persistent storms with heavy rainfall and flash flooding will be over northern and western NM.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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