New Mexico Minor Flood Advisory | Effective 09/16/2026 18:52

Headline: 
Flood Advisory issued September 16 at 7:52PM MDT until September 16 at 10:45PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event: 
Flood Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 16, 2026 - 6:52pm
Expires: 
September 16, 2026 - 9:45pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...South Central Dona Ana County in south central New Mexico... * WHEN...Until 1045 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. Water over roadways. Overflowing poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 752 PM MDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 0.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Vado, Las Cruces, Anthony, NMSU Main Campus, Berino, Mesquite, San Miguel, Mesilla, Fairacres, Chamberino, La Union, La Mesa, Talavera and San Pablo. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction: 
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. 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.
Area Description: 
Dona Ana, NM
Forcast Office: 
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov