DONA ANA, NM — * WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...The East Mesa near Las Cruces in Dona Ana County, New Mexico.
* WHEN...Until 815 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. Water over roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 614 PM MDT, Thunderstorms with heavy rainfall along the west slopes of the Organ Mountains have produced up to 1 inch of rain in the past hour. This will ca
Flooding in Dona Ana, 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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