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Flash Flood Statement
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
203 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

NMC027-182215-
/O.CON.KABQ.FF.W.0223.000000T0000Z-250918T2215Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Lincoln NM-
203 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING FOR THE SOUTH FORK BURN SCAR REMAINS IN
EFFECT UNTIL 415 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON FOR SOUTHEASTERN LINCOLN
COUNTY...

At 203 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated only showers producing light
to moderate rain persisting over the South Fork burn scar. Between
0.75 and 1.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall
amounts up to 0.25 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash
flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will impact the Rio Bonito,
Eagle Creek, Cedar Creek and Rio Ruidoso drainages and potentially
downstream along the Rio Hondo. Impacts will include but are not
limited to all nearby reservoirs, bridges, culverts and roadways
associated with these drainages, especially at those points where
streams merge.  Vulnerable properties in low lying areas are
especially at risk. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud,
vegetation and other loose materials.

HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
         flash flooding in and around the South Fork burn scar.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around
         the South Fork burn scar.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
  Ruidoso, Lincoln, Ruidoso Downs, Fort Stanton, Glencoe, Alto,
  Lincoln State Monument, San Patricio, Bonito Lake and Hondo.

This includes Highway 380 between Mile Markers 91 and 107.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams and ditches
in the South Fork burn scar. Severe debris flows can also be
anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in
places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety.

&&

LAT...LON 3346 10564 3348 10557 3354 10545 3350 10536
      3339 10522 3336 10513 3334 10513 3336 10525
      3341 10538 3340 10542 3331 10558 3331 10573
      3339 10573 3339 10578 3340 10578 3341 10580
      3344 10581 3348 10580 3348 10574

FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED
FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE

$$

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Flood Advisory

Flood Advisory
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
334 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

TXC141-182330-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.FA.Y.0318.250918T2134Z-250918T2330Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
El Paso TX-
334 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 530 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive
  rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of western Texas, including the following
  county, El Paso.

* WHEN...Until 530 PM MDT.

* IMPACTS...Water over roadways. Ponding of water in urban or other
  areas is occurring or is imminent.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 334 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
    thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream
    flooding. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen.
  - Some locations that may experience flooding include...
    Far East El Paso, Horizon City and Homestead Meadows.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

&&

LAT...LON 3172 10612 3173 10626 3180 10626 3180 10617


$$

DH
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
310 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

NMC029-182315-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.FA.Y.0317.250918T2110Z-250918T2315Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Luna NM-
310 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 515 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive
  rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of southwest New Mexico, including the following
  county, Luna.

* WHEN...Until 515 PM MDT.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
  Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 310 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
    thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream
    flooding. Overflowing poor drainage areas will cause minor
    flooding in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
    has fallen.
  - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the
    area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
  - Some locations that may experience flooding include...
    Uvas Valley.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain.
Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a
matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

&&

LAT...LON 3248 10743 3257 10743 3258 10731 3247 10731


$$

DH
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
235 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

NMC035-182230-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.FA.Y.0316.250918T2035Z-250918T2230Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Otero NM-
235 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 430 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive
  rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of south central New Mexico, including the
  following county, Otero.

* WHEN...Until 430 PM MDT.

* IMPACTS...Overflowing poor drainage areas. Some low-water
  crossings may become impassable.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 235 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
    thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream
    flooding. Overflowing poor drainage areas will cause minor
    flooding in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain
    has fallen.
  - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the
    area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
  - Some locations that may experience flooding include...
    mainly rural areas of South Central Otero County
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

In hilly terrain there are numerous low water crossings which are
potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded
roads. Find an alternate route.

Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain.
Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a
matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

&&

LAT...LON 3238 10570 3211 10572 3217 10611 3241 10596


$$

DH
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
220 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

NMC013-182215-
/O.NEW.KEPZ.FA.Y.0315.250918T2020Z-250918T2215Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Dona Ana NM-
220 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 415 PM MDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive
  rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of south central New Mexico, including the
  following county, Dona Ana.

* WHEN...Until 415 PM MDT.

* IMPACTS...Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos.
  Overflowing poor drainage areas.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 220 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
    thunderstorms. This will cause arroyo and small stream
    flooding. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen.
  - Additional rainfall of up to 0.5 inches is expected over the
    area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
  - Some locations that may experience flooding include...
    Portions of Jornada Experimental Range.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain.
Arroyos, streams, and rivers can become raging killer currents in a
matter of minutes, even from distant rainfall.

&&

LAT...LON 3258 10675 3258 10655 3245 10656 3246 10675


$$

DH

Local Area Emergency

NMC027-182228-

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Local Area Emergency
NM Lincoln County OES
Relayed by National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
128 PM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...Local Area Emergency...

The following message is transmitted at the request of Lincoln
County OES.

Flash flooding is imminent in the Cedar Creek Alpine Village area.
Evacuate or move to higher ground immediately. Do not delay
gathering belongings or try to protect your home. Stay tuned to
official Lincoln County social media or local news for updates.

$$

OnSolve-1bf59982dadf45a89a046f5afa3e704b/NM Lincoln County OES

Flood Watch

Flood Watch
National Weather Service Albuquerque NM
527 AM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

NMZ226-190000-
/O.CON.KABQ.FA.A.0051.250918T1800Z-250919T0000Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
South Central Mountains-
527 AM MDT Thu Sep 18 2025

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON MDT TODAY THROUGH THIS
AFTERNOON...

* 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. This includes recent wildfire burn
  scars near Ruidoso.

* WHEN...From noon MDT today through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
  creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - Slow-moving showers and thunderstorms will develop over the
    Sacramento Mountains today. This activity will be capable of
    producing locally heavy rainfall rates of 1 to 1.5 inches per
    hour. This heavy rainfall may lead to burn scar flash
    flooding with dangerous debris flows.
  - http://www.weather.gov/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

&&

$$

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