SOUTH CENTRAL MOUNTAINS — * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...A portion of central New Mexico, including the following area, South Central Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Thunderstorms are expected to develop near the ridgeline of the Sacramento Mountains this afternoon. Storm motions of south-to-north at 10-15 mph could also lead to several rounds of storms passing over or near the burn scar areas. There is potential for 1 to 1.5 inches of rain to fall where two or more storms impact the same area.
Additional rainfall is expected overnight, but rainfall rates will be lower. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in South Central 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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