NORTHWEST PLATEAU; CHUSKA MOUNTAINS; WEST CENTR… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Portions of western, central, and north-central New Mexico.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT early this morning.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Areas of rain with scattered thunderstorms will continue moving north over the region through the predawn hours before tapering off around sunrise. Additional rainfall amounts up to one-half inch are possible overnight. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; West Central Plateau; Southwest Mountains; San Francisco River Valley; Tusas Mountains Including Chama; San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands 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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