Flash Flood Warning Issued in Lea, New Mexico

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Lea County in New Mexico.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 10:24 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 1:30 AM 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 and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. 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. Tatum, McDonald, Crossroads, Caprock, Maljamar, Tatum Airport and Gladiola

Areas Affected

The warning covers Lea County in New Mexico.

Safety Information

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.