Headline:
Ongoing Flash Flooding
Event:
Local Area Emergency
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 2:59pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 6:59pm
Description:
Ruidoso Emergency Management: Flash Flooding is OBSERVED in Upper Canyon.
Instruction:
Ruidoso Emergency Management: Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Upper Canyon area. For your safety move immediately to higher ground or shelter in place on high ground! Do not cross low water points or water over the road. More Info can be found by tuning into 1490 AM & 99.1 FM.
Ruidoso OEM. Flooding is ongoing in Upper Canyon. MOVE to higher ground.
Ruidoso Emergency Management: Rapidly rising floodwaters have been reported in the Upper Canyon area. Rapidly rising floodwaters reported. Move immediately to higher ground or shelter on high ground. Do NOT cross flooded roads or low-water crossings. Be prepared to evacuate. Updates via 1490 AM, 99.1 FM, or the Village of Ruidoso social media.
Area Description:
Upper Canyon
Forcast Office:
202405, Village of Ruidoso, Village of Ruidoso
Sender:
ericqueller@ruidoso-nm.gov