NORTHWEST PLATEAU; CHUSKA MOUNTAINS; FAR NORTHW… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...Portions of western, central, and north-central New Mexico, mainly along and west of the Continental Divide.
* WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Widespread showers and thunderstorms will continue moving north over the region through the predawn hours before tapering off around sunrise. Additional rain amounts for the rest of tonight will range from 0.25 inch to 0.75 inch, with locally heavier amounts up to 1.50 inches. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Northwest Plateau; Chuska Mountains; Far Northwest Highlands; Northwest Highlands; West Central Plateau; West Central Mountains; West Central Highlands; Southwest Mountains; San Francisco River Valley; Tusas Mountains Including Chama; San Agustin Plains and Adjacent Lowlands 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS