RIO ARRIBA, NM — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in New Mexico...
Rio Chama Above Abiquiu affecting Rio Arriba County.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Rio Chama above Abiquiu.
* WHEN...Until Saturday morning.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 AM MDT Friday the stage was 13.3 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:00 AM MDT Friday was 13.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 13.5 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage this evening. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet. - Flood History...No available flood history. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Rio Arriba, 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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