GRANT, NM — * WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Slow moving thunderstorms have produced up to 1.5 inches of rain in upper reaches of Noonday Canyon. This will cause low water crossings to become inundated in lower portions of Noonday Canyon, possibly as far as the crossing on Galaz Street in San Lorenzo.
* WHEN...Until 615 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous flows over low-water crossings.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 310 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicate
Flooding in Grant, 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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