Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued August 6 at 4:59PM MDT until August 6 at 6:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 6, 2026 - 3:59pm
Expires:
August 6, 2026 - 5:30pm
Description:
At 459 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicates the moderate to heavy
thunderstorms have diminished over the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn
scars. Between 0.25 and 1.50 inches of rain fell earlier this
afternoon. Only light additional rainfall is expected through 600 PM
MDT. Flash flooding is likely ongoing at this time.
Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will impact Willow Creek and
Gilita Creek. This includes Willow Creek Road including the Ben Lilly
and Willow Creek Campgrounds and any other residences in this area.
Bursum Road near the Willow Creek Campground may also be impacted.
Middle Fork Trail number 157 and Iron Creek Trail number 172 will be
especially dangerous. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud,
vegetation and other loose materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding due to previous
thunderstorms in and around the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn
scars.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Mainly rural areas of South Central Catron County.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches in
the Sacaton and Hummingbird burn scars. 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.
Area Description:
Catron, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov