Flash Flood Warning Issued in Eddy, New Mexico

New Mexico flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Eddy County in New Mexico.

New Mexico flash flood warning

The alert was issued at 2:10 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 4:30 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Lincoln National Forest and Queen. This includes the following streams and drainages. Dark Canyon and Last Chance Canyon

Areas Affected

The warning covers Eddy County in New Mexico.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.