FAR NORTHWEST HIGHLANDS; NORTHWEST HIGHLANDS; W… — * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and west central New Mexico, including the following areas, in north central New Mexico, Far Northwest Highlands, Jemez Mountains and Northwest Highlands. In west central New Mexico, West Central Highlands and West Central Mountains.
* WHEN...Through this evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms will redevelop this afternoon. While rainfall rates will not be as high as yesterday, it will not take much additional rainfall to worsen runoff that will lead to flash flooding. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood
Flooding in Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands; West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands; Jemez Mountains 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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