Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 21 at 5:30PM MDT until July 21 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 4:30pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 530 PM MDT, Although heavy rainfall has currently ended, there is
still a high risk of flash flooding across the warned area. Between 1
and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or
expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Counselor.
This includes Highway 550 between Mile Markers 80 and 107.
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.
In hilly or mountainous terrain there are numerous low water
crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not
attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
Area Description:
Rio Arriba, NM; Sandoval, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: