HIDALGO, NM — * WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Southwestern Hidalgo County in southwestern New Mexico...
* WHEN...Until 930 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings along County Road 1 south of Animas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 722 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream flooding. Between 1 and 1.5 inches of ra
Flooding in Hidalgo, NM can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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