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Flood Watch
Issued: 7:34 AM Jun. 25, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central New Mexico, including Ruidoso and the burn scars surrounding the village. * WHEN...Through this evening. * 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 and village streets may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of heavy rainfall on top of saturated soils from Monday's and Tuesday's rainfall may result in catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding as a rich monsoon plume remains over the area. Rainfall rates of up to 3 inches per hour are possible at times. Though chances for flooding and heavy rainfall are generally higher in the afternoon, precipitation will occur on and off during the rest of the daytime and nighttime hours. Areas within and downstream of the Blue 2, McBride, South Fork and Salt burn scars will be especially susceptible to flooding and debris flows. - http://www.weather.gov/abq/EmergencyPrepFlood PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor updated forecasts and prepare to take swift action when Flash Flood Warnings are issued. &&
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