UPPER GILA RIVER VALLEY; SOUTHERN GILA FOOTHILL… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible.
* WHERE...In Southwest New Mexico, Grant County, northern Hidalgo County, and western Sierra County. This includes Silver City, Lordsburg, Gila, and other surrounding communities. This includes the Gila and upper Mimbres watersheds.
* WHEN...Sunday morning through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may become flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Pacific frontal boundary will move through New Mexico on Sunday, bringing widespread showers and thunderstorms to much of western New Mexico. Storms will be capable of heavy rain and training, which will lead to localized flash flooding. High soil saturation due to recent rains will cause runoff to occur more quickly. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Upper Gila River Valley; Southern Gila Foothills/Mimbres Valley; Southwest Desert/Lower Gila River Valley; Central Grant County/Silver City Area; Southern Gila Region Highlands/Black Range 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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