Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 28 at 6:05PM MDT until July 28 at 7:15PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 28, 2026 - 5:05pm
Expires:
July 28, 2026 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 605 PM MDT, While rainfall rates have decreased significantly,
between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain fell with earlier thunderstorms.
This will lead to excessive runoff with a risk of Flash Flooding
persisting.
Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will impact Tecolote Creek. The
debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose
materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding in and around the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon
Burn Scar.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Burn Scar.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Upper Colonias, Mineral Hill, San Geronimo and San Pablo.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches in
the Hermit's Peak/Calf Canyon Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also
be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away
in places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety.
Runoff from rainfall will cause elevated water levels within
vulnerable drainages in and downstream of the Hermits Peak-Calf
Canyon wildfire burn area.
Do not camp along streams and rivers. Remain alert when hiking in
steep, narrow canyons. Know where you are relative to low spots and
drainages.
Area Description:
San Miguel, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov