Headline:
Flood Advisory issued September 29 at 12:31PM MDT until September 29 at 5:30PM MDT by NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 29, 2026 - 11:31am
Expires:
September 29, 2026 - 4:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Arroyo and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Northeastern Grant County in southwestern New Mexico...
North Central Luna County in southwestern New Mexico...
* WHEN...Until 530 PM MDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Rises in small streams and normally dry arroyos. Water over
roadways.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1231 PM MDT, Moderate rainfall continues to affect eastern
Grant County, especially in the Upper Mimbres Basin. This will
lead to minor flows in arroyos and low water crossings through
the afternoon, especially along Highways 35, 61, and 152. Rises
are likely in the Mimbres River as well.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Faywood, San Lorenzo, Sherman, Mimbres, San Juan, and Noonday
Canyon.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Grant, NM; Luna, NM
Forcast Office:
NWS El Paso Tx/Santa Teresa NM
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov