Headline:
Flood Watch issued July 25 at 1:45AM MDT until July 25 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flood Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
July 25, 2026 - 12:45am
Expires:
July 25, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...The South Central Mountains, including the Ruidoso area
burn scars.
* WHEN...From noon MDT today through this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur
in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be
flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing rainfall
rates in excess of 1 inch per hour on Ruidoso area burn scars
Saturday afternoon. This activity will move slowly and
erratically across the area.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
Area Description:
South Central Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender: