Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 24 at 9:33PM MDT until September 24 at 11:30PM MDT by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 8:33pm
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
At 933 PM MDT, gauge reports in Hondo show a significant and
dangerous flood wave in the Rio Hondo. This flood wave will continue
to impact communities downstream to and past the Chaves County line.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Gauges reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban
areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Picacho and Sunset.
Stay away from river banks as this flood wave will develop rapidly.
Those near the Rio Hondo should consider seeking higher ground.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Area Description:
Chaves, NM; Lincoln, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS Albuquerque NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov