GRANT, NM — * WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...East Central Grant 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 732 PM MDT, Thunderstorms with heavy rainfall are lifting north across Gallinas Canyon. Rainfall of 0.50 to 1.00 inches has fallen in less than 30 minutes. This will lead to flooding alon
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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