Flash Flood Warning Issued in Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Torrance, New Mexico

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Torrance Counties in New Mexico.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 8:18 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 11:15 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

Trained weather spotters reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

Potential Impact

Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Edgewood, Escabosa, Chilili, Sedillo, Cedar Grove, Tajique, Miera, Ponderosa Pines and Cedro. This includes Interstate 40 between Mile Markers 178 and 191

Areas Affected

The warning covers Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Torrance Counties in New Mexico.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.