SAN JUAN, NM — ...The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in New Mexico...
San Juan River Near Archuleta affecting San Juan County.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.
* WHERE...San Juan River near Archuleta.
* WHEN...From this afternoon to late tonight.
* IMPACTS...At 7.0 feet, Minor flooding is possible with inundation to structures located close to the river from near Archuleta to Bloomfield.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 4:30 PM MST Sunday the stage was 7.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 6.6 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 4:30 PM MST Sunday was 7.1 feet. Due to high uncertainty, the crest forecast will likely change in future updates. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall to 3.8 feet Sunday, November 08. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 7.2 feet on 03/27/1955. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in San Juan, 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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