OTERO, NM — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northern Otero County in south central New Mexico...
* WHEN...Until 1230 AM MST.
* IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Some low-water crossings may become impassable.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 925 PM MST, Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Penasco, Rio, Cox Canyon, Sacramento River, Silver Springs Creek, Chiquita Creek, Agua, Lost River and Tularosa Creek. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Cloudcroft, Sunspot, Burro Flats, High Rolls, Mountain Park, Benson Ridge, Karr Canyon, Cox Canyon, Hay Canyon and James Canyon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Otero, 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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