New Mexico Minor Flood Advisory | Effective 07/19/2026 13:15

Headline: 
Flood Advisory issued July 19 at 2:15PM MDT until July 19 at 4:15PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event: 
Flood Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 19, 2026 - 1:15pm
Expires: 
July 19, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of southwest New Mexico, including the following county, Hidalgo. * WHEN...Until 415 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 215 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 1 inch of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that may experience flooding include... Antelope Wells, Alamo Hueco and Playas Valley. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction: 
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description: 
Hidalgo, NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM